Village code 319555

Mertala Village, Purbasthali - Ii Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Mertala is a village in Purbasthali - Ii Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Barddhaman district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Mertala village map in West Bengal
Mertala village map image for Purbasthali - Ii Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Mertala is a village in Purbasthali - Ii Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Barddhaman district, West Bengal. For Mertala, the population is 3,046, PIN code is 713513 and Census village code is 319555. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Mertala village
Village code319555
PIN code713513
Population3,046
Households737
Area404.94 ha / 4.05 sq. km / 1,001 acres
Population density752 people per sq. km
Sex ratio903 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townNabadwip (16 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtBarddhaman
Census 2011 districtBarddhaman

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 713513. This helps users verify the postal area for Mertala, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Mertala village
PIN code713513
Post offices linked with this PINMertala BO, Purbasthali SO, Biswaramba BO, Chakbamongaria BO, Chupi BO, and Haldinawapara BO
Best matching post officeMertala BO (Branch office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtPurba Bardhaman
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionBurdwan Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Mertala comes under Mertala gram panchayat and Purbasthali - Ii C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Purbasthali - Ii Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Purbasthali at 21.10 km. The Census district headquarters, Barddhaman, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Mertala
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtBarddhaman
Census 2011 districtBarddhaman
State code19
District code335
Block / Census sub-district code2284
C.D. Block code131
Block panchayat code131

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Mertala village and its household count.

Total population

3,046 residents in 737 households

Male population

1,601

Female population

1,445

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 370; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Mertala
Primary health sub-centre1
ASHA workerAvailable
Medicine shop1

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Mertala
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatAvailable
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Mertala
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power7 hours per day
Winter domestic power9 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Mertala
Net area sown300 hectares
Irrigated area300 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area300 hectares
Forest area50 hectares
Non-agricultural area43 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropCabege
Third cropJute

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Mertala
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Purbasthali, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Mertala

Nabadwip (16 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Purbasthali is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Mertala
Nearest major townNabadwip (16 km)
Block headquartersPurbasthali (21.10 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Mertala. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Mertala
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Primary Health Sub Centre1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength2
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position2
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop1
Non Government Medical Facilities Others1
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
River CanalAvailable
River Canal Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
River Canal Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage UncoveredAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Public Call Office Mobile PCOAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
VansAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine DrivenAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Sea River Ferry ServiceAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mertala village located?

Mertala is located in Purbasthali - Ii Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Barddhaman.

Which Block is Mertala in?

Mertala is in Purbasthali - Ii Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Mertala in?

District: Barddhaman.

What is the village code of Mertala?

The Census village code of Mertala is 319555.

What is the PIN code of Mertala?

The PIN code reported for Mertala is 713513.

What is the population of Mertala?

Mertala has 3,046 residents in 737 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Mertala?

The nearest statutory town to Mertala is Nabadwip (16 km).

Which crops are grown in Mertala?

The main crops reported for Mertala are Paddy, Cabege, and Jute.

What land-use details are available for Mertala?

Land-use details for Mertala include net area sown: 300 hectares and irrigated area: 300 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Mertala?

Government primary school status for Mertala is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Mertala?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Mertala?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Mertala?

The total geographical area of Mertala is 404.94 hectares.

How many households are in Mertala?

Mertala has 737 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Mertala?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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