Purba Prasadpur - Karandighi, Uttar Dinajpur
Purba Prasadpur is a village situated in the Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. Bazargaon-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Prasadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Prasadpur is 309475. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.8 hectares and falls under the 733201 pincode. Raigunj is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Purba Prasadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raiganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Prasadpur
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Prasadpur village had a total population of 1,243 people, including 623 males and 620 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.61%, with male literacy at 52.58% and female literacy at 44.65%.
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 | 1,243 | 623 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 138 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 255 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 368 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Prasadpur
Purba Prasadpur 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 Purba Prasadpur
Purba Prasadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purba Prasadpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raigunj to Purba Prasadpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Prasadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Prasadpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purba Prasadpur
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 Prasadpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purba Prasadpur
Where is Purba Prasadpur located?
Purba Prasadpur village is located in Karandighi Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Prasadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Prasadpur is Bazargaon-i.
What is the pincode of Purba Prasadpur?
The pincode of Purba Prasadpur is 733201.
What is the population of Purba Prasadpur?
Purba Prasadpur had a total population of 1,243, including 623 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Purba Prasadpur?
Purba Prasadpur had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Prasadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Prasadpur was 48.61%. Male literacy was 52.58% and female literacy was 44.65%.