Purna Chandrapur - Patharpratima, South 24 Parganas
Purna Chandrapur is a village situated in the Patharpratima subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 36.3 km from Ramganga and around 80.6 km from Alipore. Srinarayanpur Purnachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purna Chandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purna Chandrapur is 335332. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.96 hectares and falls under the 743371 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Purna Chandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purna Chandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Purna Chandrapur village had a total population of 4,099 people, including 2,097 males and 2,002 females, living in 973 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.34%, with male literacy at 90.24% and female literacy at 74.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 431.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,099 | 2,097 | 2,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 242 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 221 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,993 | 1,674 | 1,319 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,106 | 423 | 683 |
Nearby Villages of Purna Chandrapur
Purna Chandrapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Srinarayanpur | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Uttar Kasiabad | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Ramgopalpur | South | 2.91 km |
| Gurudaspur | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Uttar Mahendrapur | East | 3.09 km |
| Meherpur | North | 3.24 km |
| Parbatipur | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Taranagar | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Uttar Durgapur | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Hesamabad | West | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purna Chandrapur
Public transport in the Purna Chandrapur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ukilerhat Halt, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Purna Chandrapur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purna Chandrapur is about 80.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purna Chandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purna Chandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purna Chandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purna Chandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purna Chandrapur
Where is Purna Chandrapur located?
Purna Chandrapur village is located in Patharpratima Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purna Chandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purna Chandrapur is Srinarayanpur Purnachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Purna Chandrapur?
The pincode of Purna Chandrapur is 743371.
What is the population of Purna Chandrapur?
Purna Chandrapur had a total population of 4,099, including 2,097 males and 2,002 females.
How many households are there in Purna Chandrapur?
Purna Chandrapur had 973 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purna Chandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purna Chandrapur was 82.34%. Male literacy was 90.24% and female literacy was 74.10%.