Village code 346708

Puranda Village, Egra - I Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Puranda is a village in Egra - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purba Medinipur 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.

Puranda village map in West Bengal
Puranda village map image for Egra - I Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Puranda is a village in Egra - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. For Puranda, the population is 2,535, PIN code is 721448 and Census village code is 346708. 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

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Puranda village
Village code346708
PIN code721448
Population2,535
Households542
Area301.82 ha / 3.02 sq. km / 746 acres
Population density840 people per sq. km
Sex ratio946 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townEgra (11 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPurba Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPurba Medinipur

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 721448. This helps users verify the postal area for Puranda, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Puranda village
PIN code721448
Post offices linked with this PINPaniparul SO, Barada Bazar BO, Chatla BO, Chirulia BO, Chorpalia BO, and Dubda BO
Best matching post officePaniparul SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtMedinipur East
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionContai Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Puranda comes under Puranda gram panchayat and Egra - I C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Egra - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Egra at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Tamluk, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Puranda
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtPurba Medinipur
Census 2011 districtPurba Medinipur
State code19
District code345
Block / Census sub-district code2491
C.D. Block code338
Block panchayat code338

Population Profile

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

Total population

2,535 residents in 542 households

Male population

1,303

Female population

1,232

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 361; Scheduled Tribes: 22

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

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

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 Puranda
ASHA workerAvailable

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 Puranda
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadAvailable
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyAvailable
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
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 Puranda
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageAvailable
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power12 hours per day
Winter domestic power12 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 Puranda
Net area sown228.75 hectares
Irrigated area87.25 hectares
Unirrigated area141.50 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area87.25 hectares
Non-agricultural area47.97 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropVegetable
Third cropBettle Leaf

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 Puranda
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Negua, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Negua, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Negua, within 5 km.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 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 within 5 km.
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 Puranda

Egra (11 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Egra 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 Puranda
Nearest major townEgra (11 km)
Block headquartersEgra
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 Puranda. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Puranda
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Hand PumpAvailable
Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSCAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine DrivenAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Agricultural Credit SocietiesAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable

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 Puranda village located?

Puranda is located in Egra - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Purba Medinipur.

Which Block is Puranda in?

Puranda is in Egra - I Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Puranda in?

District: Purba Medinipur.

What is the village code of Puranda?

The Census village code of Puranda is 346708.

What is the PIN code of Puranda?

The PIN code reported for Puranda is 721448.

What is the population of Puranda?

Puranda has 2,535 residents in 542 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Puranda?

The nearest statutory town to Puranda is Egra (11 km).

Which crops are grown in Puranda?

The main crops reported for Puranda are Paddy, Vegetable, and Bettle Leaf.

What land-use details are available for Puranda?

Land-use details for Puranda include net area sown: 228.75 hectares, irrigated area: 87.25 hectares, and unirrigated area: 141.50 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Puranda?

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

Is public bus service available in Puranda?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Puranda?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Puranda?

The total geographical area of Puranda is 301.82 hectares.

How many households are in Puranda?

Puranda has 542 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Puranda?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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