Purba Ariagaon - Chopra, Uttar Dinajpur
Purba Ariagaon is a village situated in the Chopra subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopra and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Majhiali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Ariagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Ariagaon is 308871. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.54 hectares and falls under the 733207 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Purba Ariagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Ariagaon
As per Census 2011, Purba Ariagaon village has a total population of 2,828 people, consisting of 1,452 males and 1,376 females. The village has 565 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 474 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,438 literate and 1,390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 624 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 369 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Ariagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,828 | 1,452 | 1,376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 474 | 264 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 324 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 182 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 1,438 | 819 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,390 | 633 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Ariagaon
Purba Ariagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Kundalpokhar | North | 0.70 km |
| Butijhari | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Dakshin Kundal Pukhar | South | 2.15 km |
| Uttar Ariagaon | North | 2.35 km |
| Ariagaon | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Choagari | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Juropani | West | 3.28 km |
| Paschim Atharikhai | East | 3.38 km |
| Uttar Besarbari | South | 3.66 km |
| Purbba Andharijhari | South | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Ariagaon
Public transport in the Purba Ariagaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dumdangi, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.1 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 Islampur to Purba Ariagaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Purba Ariagaon is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Ariagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Ariagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Ariagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Ariagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purba Ariagaon
Where is Purba Ariagaon located?
Purba Ariagaon village is located in Chopra Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Ariagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Ariagaon is Majhiali.
What is the pincode of Purba Ariagaon?
The pincode of Purba Ariagaon is 733207.
What is the population of Purba Ariagaon?
Purba Ariagaon has a total population of 2,828, including 1,452 males and 1,376 females.
How many households are there in Purba Ariagaon?
There are 565 households in Purba Ariagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Ariagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Ariagaon is 50.85%. Male literacy is 56.40% and female literacy is 44.99%.