Purba Banjhapara is an inhabited village in Maldah (Old) Block of Maldah district, West Bengal. Its Census village code is 313262, the Census 2011 record lists 488 people in 103 households and the reported area is 186.1 hectares. The local references include Maldah (Old) CD Block and the nearest town reference is Old Malda at about 15 km.
In short:
Purba Banjhapara is a village in Maldah (Old) Block, Maldah district, West Bengal, India. The available record shows Census village code 313262 and 488 people in 103 households.
Village Code313262
Population488
Households103
Area186.1 hectares
Nearest TownOld Malda
Detailed village profile
Purba Banjhapara at a Glance
This profile highlights a listed population of 488 people, 186.1 hectares of reported area and Old Malda as the nearest town reference for Purba Banjhapara, along with available Census, facility and local-service details.
Purba Banjhapara falls under Maldah (Old) Block in Maldah district, West Bengal.
The Census village code is 313262.
The record lists 488 people living in 103 households.
The reported village area is 186.1 hectares.
The nearest town named in the record is Old Malda.
This profile includes Census Codes and Administrative Details, Location and Distance, Population and Social Groups, Education Facilities, and other reported village details.
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Data Sources and Verification
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Census and Amenities
Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records
DCHB Publisher
Registrar General of India, Government of India
Banking Context
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM records use RBI-sourced banking access data
Key Village Facts
Village
Purba Banjhapara
Census Village Code
313262
State
West Bengal
State Census Code
19
District
Maldah
District Census Code
332
Sub-district / Local Admin Unit
Maldah (Old)
Sub-district Census Code
02217
CD Block
Maldah (Old)
Households
103
Population
488
Male Population
231
Female Population
257
Sex Ratio
1,112.55
Area
186.1 hectares
Area
1.86 sq km
Nearest Town
Old Malda
Nearest Town Distance
15 km
PIN Code Reported in Source Data
732128
Reference Year
2009
Key Calculated Values
These values are calculated from the same village record to make comparison easier. They are not separate official figures.
Population Density262.22 people / sq km
Calculated from listed population and area.
Average Household Size4.74 people
Calculated from listed population and households.
SC Population Share20.7%
Shown from the village record.
ST Population Share79.1%
Shown from the village record.
Irrigated Land Share10.9%
Calculated from irrigated land and net sown area.
Census Codes and Administrative Details
These Census 2011 identifiers place Purba Banjhapara in the official administrative record. Census village code 313262 and Maldah (Old) CD Block.
State Census Code
19
District Census Code
332
Sub-district Census Code
02217
Village Census Code
313262
CD Block Code
0064
CD Block Name
Maldah (Old)
Location and Distance
Old Malda is the nearest town listed for Purba Banjhapara, about 15 km away. English Bazar is listed as the district headquarters at about 22.9 km. These distances are useful for orientation, not for survey, boundary or emergency use.
Sub-district Headquarter
Narayanpur
Distance from Sub-district Headquarter
53.8 km
District Headquarter
English Bazar
Distance from District Headquarter
22.9 km
Nearest Statutory Town
Old Malda
Distance from Nearest Statutory Town
15 km
Nearest Town
Old Malda
Distance from Nearest Town
15 km
Total Geographical Area
186.1 hectares
Area
1.86 sq km
Population and Social Groups
The Census 2011 record lists 488 people in 103 households, with 231 male residents and 257 female residents. The average household size is 4.74, and SC share is 20.7% and ST share is 79.1% for Purba Banjhapara. Population density works out to about 262.22 people per sq km.
Total Households
103
Total Population
488
Male Population
231
Female Population
257
Sex Ratio
1,112.55
Average Household Size
4.74
SC Population
101
SC Male Population
48
SC Female Population
53
SC Population Share
20.7
ST Population
386
ST Male Population
182
ST Female Population
204
ST Population Share
79.1
Village Status
Inhabited
Education Facilities
Education entries for Purba Banjhapara list 2 government primary schools. Counts come from the village facility record and may need local verification for current school status.
Government Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG
Available
Government Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG Count
2
Government Primary School
Available
Government Primary School Count
2
Health Facilities
Health records mark ASHA worker as available for Purba Banjhapara. Verify current services locally before medical use.
Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner With No Degree Count
1
Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop Count
1
Drinking Water and Sanitation
Drinking-water and sanitation entries for Purba Banjhapara include hand pump water and tank, pond or lake water. These are historical facility records, not a live water-quality guarantee.
Uncovered Well
Available
Uncovered Well Functions All Year
Available
Uncovered Well Functions in Summer
Available
Hand Pump
Available
Hand Pump Functions All Year
Available
Hand Pump Functions in Summer
Available
Tube Wells Borehole
Available
Tube Wells Borehole Functions All Year
Available
Tube Wells Borehole Functions in Summer
Available
Tank Pond Lake
Available
Tank Pond Lake Functions All Year
Available
Tank Pond Lake Functions in Summer
Available
No Drainage
Available
Drain Water Discharge Destination
Sewer plant
No Organized Street Garbage System
Available
Connectivity, Roads and Transport
Connectivity records for Purba Banjhapara include mobile phone coverage. Use them as access clues and confirm present conditions locally.
Mobile Phone Coverage
Available
Vans
Available
Tractors
Available
Cycle Rickshaw
Available
Animal Cart
Available
Gravel Kuchha Roads
Available
Financial, Market and Public Services
Public-service entries for Purba Banjhapara include self-help groups, Anganwadi centre and ASHA services. Banking rows on this page are shown separately because they use RBI-sourced bank service records.
Self Help Group SHG
Available
Agricultural Marketing Society
Available
Nutritional Centres ICDS
Available
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre
Available
ASHA
Available
Community Centre
Available
Sports Field
Available
Sports Club Recreation Centre
Available
Public Reading Room
Available
Daily Newspaper Supply
Available
Power Supply
Domestic power supply for Purba Banjhapara is reported as 13 hours per day in summer and 13 hours per day in winter. Treat this as historical Census/District Census Handbook data.
Power Supply For Domestic Use
Available
Power Supply For Domestic Use Summer April Sept Hours Per Day
13 hours/day
Power Supply For Domestic Use Winter Oct March Hours Per Day
13 hours/day
Land Use and Local Economy
Land-use records for Purba Banjhapara show that reported agricultural commodities include Paddy, Potato and Vegetables, net sown area is 163.52 hectares and irrigated land is 17.89 hectares (10.9% of net sown area). These figures help explain village agriculture and local economy context.
Agricultural Commodities First
Paddy
Agricultural Commodities Second
Potato
Agricultural Commodities Third
Vegetables
Area Under Non Agricultural Uses In Hectares
22.58
Net Area Sown In Hectares
163.51999999999998
Total Unirrigated Land Area In Hectares
145.63 hectares
Area Irrigated By Source In Hectares
17.89
Tanks Lakes Area In Hectares
5.39 hectares
Other Source Specify Area In Hectares
12.5 hectares
Other Available Details
These extra fields are shown because they may still be useful for understanding the village record.
Nutritional Centres Others
Available
Noindex
False
Map and Location
Verified latitude and longitude are not available in the source data. Use the map search links for general location reference only.
Verified map coordinates are not reported in the source data.
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Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services Near Purba Banjhapara
The village source does not confirm an ATM inside this village. The bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) records below are shown as nearby or same-area banking service context only.
Only the village source ATM status is used to say whether an ATM is reported inside the village.
Village ATM Status
Not available in village
Nearest ATM Facility
5–10 km
Commercial Bank
Not available in village
Cooperative Bank
Not available in village
Same-area Bank Service Records
2
Banks in Matched Records
2
Matched PINs
1
Match basis: ATM/CDM/CRM records found in the same PIN, district and local admin area
ATM/CDM/CRM Type Summary
Device type summary for matched banking access records
Device Type
Records
Share
ATM
2
100%
Top Banks in Matched Records
Top banks from matched ATM, CDM and CRM records
Bank
Records
Share
Punjab National Bank
1
50%
State Bank of India
1
50%
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
These selected bank service records are sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The services belong to the listed banks. Confirm the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
Selected bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records
Bank
Type
PIN
District
Local Area
Centre
Address
Punjab National Bank
ATM
732128
Maldah
Maldah (Old)
Dhumadighi
Malda Vill.-Aat Mile, Maldah, West Bengal, 732128
State Bank of India
ATM
732128
Maldah
Maldah (Old)
Aradpur
Aradhpur Narayanpur Bsf Camp, Maldah, West Bengal, 732128
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, CDM and CRM details are based on external banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code or district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Purba Banjhapara village located?
Purba Banjhapara is in Maldah (Old) Block of Maldah district in West Bengal, India.
Which district is Purba Banjhapara village in?
Purba Banjhapara village is in Maldah district.
Which state is Purba Banjhapara village in?
Purba Banjhapara village is in West Bengal.
Which block is Purba Banjhapara under?
Purba Banjhapara comes under Maldah (Old) Block. Census records usually call this administrative level a sub-district.
What is the Census village code of Purba Banjhapara?
The Census village code of Purba Banjhapara is 313262.
What is the population of Purba Banjhapara village?
The village record lists 488 people and 103 households for Purba Banjhapara.
How many households are in Purba Banjhapara village?
The village record lists 103 households for Purba Banjhapara.
What is the male and female population of Purba Banjhapara?
The record lists 231 male residents and 257 female residents for Purba Banjhapara.
What is the sex ratio of Purba Banjhapara village?
The sex ratio of Purba Banjhapara is 1,112.55 females per 1000 males in the available record.
What is the area of Purba Banjhapara village?
The reported geographical area of Purba Banjhapara is 186.1 hectares.
What is the population density of Purba Banjhapara village?
The approximate population density of Purba Banjhapara is 262.22 people per sq km, calculated from the listed population and area.
What is the nearest town to Purba Banjhapara?
The nearest town listed for Purba Banjhapara is Old Malda, about 15 km away.
How far is Purba Banjhapara from the district headquarters?
Purba Banjhapara is about 22.9 km from English Bazar, the district headquarters listed in the available records.
How far is Purba Banjhapara from the sub-district headquarters?
Purba Banjhapara is about 53.8 km from Narayanpur, the block headquarters listed in the available records.
What education facilities are listed for Purba Banjhapara?
The village facility record lists 2 government primary schools for Purba Banjhapara.
What crops or land-use details are reported for Purba Banjhapara?
For Purba Banjhapara, reported agricultural commodities include Paddy, Potato and Vegetables, net sown area is 163.52 hectares and irrigated land is 17.89 hectares.
Are bank ATM, CDM or CRM services listed near Purba Banjhapara?
The page shows 2 matched bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine or Cash Recycler Machine service records near or within the same matched area for Purba Banjhapara. These records include 2 banks. Verify current service status with the bank before visiting.
Is a primary school reported for this village?
Yes. The village record marks a primary school as available in Purba Banjhapara.
Source note: Vill prepares village pages mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India. Postal context is for address reference, and banking context uses available Reserve Bank of India (RBI) access records where shown. Some values may be blank, old or not listed. Please verify important details with official records before using them for legal, land, revenue, postal, financial or administrative work. Page last reviewed: 30 May 2026.