Purrusottampur - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Purrusottampur is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.8 km from Rudranagar and around 106 km from Alipore. Dhablat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purrusottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purrusottampur is 335277. The village covers a total geographical area of 728.08 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Purrusottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purrusottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Purrusottampur village had a total population of 6,753 people, including 3,534 males and 3,219 females, living in 1,467 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.75%, with male literacy at 92.76% and female literacy at 80.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 663, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 6,753 | 3,534 | 3,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 723 | 373 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 663 | 347 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 5,231 | 2,932 | 2,299 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,522 | 602 | 920 |
Nearby Villages of Purrusottampur
Purrusottampur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purrusottampur
Purrusottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Purrusottampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Purrusottampur is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purrusottampur is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purrusottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purrusottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purrusottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purrusottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purrusottampur
Where is Purrusottampur located?
Purrusottampur village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purrusottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purrusottampur is Dhablat.
What is the pincode of Purrusottampur?
The pincode of Purrusottampur is 743373.
What is the population of Purrusottampur?
Purrusottampur had a total population of 6,753, including 3,534 males and 3,219 females.
How many households are there in Purrusottampur?
Purrusottampur had 1,467 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purrusottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purrusottampur was 86.75%. Male literacy was 92.76% and female literacy was 80.13%.