| What is notable about the tributaries of Rupnarayan in the district? | no large tributaries of Rupnarayan inside the district | Upper portion of Rupnarayan is known as Dwarakeswar. There are no large tributaries of Rupnarayan inside the district. However, during its course many small water channels and Canals meet the river, most notable among them is Medinipur High Level Canal. | 63 | definition | 1.000 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/1358/download/4446/DH_2011_1919_PART_A_DCHB_PURBA_MEDINIPUR.pdf | There are no large tributaries of Rupnarayan inside the district. | 33 | page=33,block=1 | 0.850 | valid |
| What is the significance of the religious holiday Eid for Muslims? | a single day during which Muslims are not permitted to fast | It marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of sawm (fasting). The religious Eid is a single day during which Muslims are not permitted to fast. The holiday celebrates the conclusion of the 29 or 30 days of dawn-to- sunset fasting during the entire month of Ramadan. | 92 | definition | 1.000 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/1358/download/4446/DH_2011_1919_PART_A_DCHB_PURBA_MEDINIPUR.pdf | The religious Eid is a single day during which Muslims are not permitted to fast. | 120 | page=120,block=1 | 0.850 | valid |
| What natural features contribute to the agricultural potential of Purba Medinipur district? | one of those districts which are blessed with rainfall and perennial rivers | A regular, abundant and continuous supply of water is essential for increase in agricultural production. Purba Medinipur district is one of those districts which are blessed with rainfall and perennial rivers. The area receives more than 1,800-2,250 milimetres. | 133 | definition | 1.000 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/1358/download/4446/DH_2011_1919_PART_A_DCHB_PURBA_MEDINIPUR.pdf | Purba Medinipur district is one of those districts which are blessed with rainfall and perennial rivers. | 37 | page=37,block=12 | 0.850 | valid |
| What type of traffic are Foot Paths unsuitable for? | not suitable for vehicular traffic except bicycles in some cases | 7.16 Foot Path (FP): A trodden path for the use by pedestrians and in some cases bicycles. The Foot Paths are not suitable for vehicular traffic except bicycles in some cases. Most of the interior/forest villages are connected by Foot Paths. | 110 | definition | 1.000 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/1358/download/4446/DH_2011_1919_PART_A_DCHB_PURBA_MEDINIPUR.pdf | The Foot Paths are not suitable for vehicular traffic except bicycles in some cases. | 57 | page=57,block=1 | 0.850 | valid |
| What was the result of the prolonged conflict between Afghans and Mughals over Orissa and Bengal? | the extreme suffering of people and a vivid account of such oppression has been corroborated by Kavikankan Mukundaram Chakrabarty (circa 1600) in his illustrious ‘Chandimangal’ | The district became the battle field between Afghans and Mughals for as long as 30 years fighting for control over Orissa and Bengal. The fallout was the extreme suffering of people and a vivid account of such oppression has been corroborated by Kavikankan Mukundaram Chakrabarty (circa 1600) in his illustrious ‘Chandimangal’. The attacks and counterattacks by the warring factions of Afghans and Mughals were numerous during this period. | 150 | definition | 1.000 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/1358/download/4446/DH_2011_1919_PART_A_DCHB_PURBA_MEDINIPUR.pdf | The fallout was the extreme suffering of people and a vivid account of such oppression has been corroborated by Kavikankan Mukundaram Chakrabarty (circa 1600) in his illustrious ‘Chandimangal’. | 21 | page=21,block=6 | 0.850 | valid |
| How is land use classified in the Village Directory? | the pattern of classification of land use as recommended by the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India | These include Electricity for Domestic Use, Electricity for Agriculture Use Electricity for Commercial Use, and Electricity for all purpose Domestic Uses. Column No. 101 and 102 – Nearest Town: The name of the nearest town along with the distance range code has been in these columns. Land use and Irrigation : The land use patterns in the Village Directory conform to the pattern of classification of land use as recommended by the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India.The Ministry has recommended the maintenance of records of land use pattern under the following 9 categories. | 369 | definition | 1.000 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/1358/download/4446/DH_2011_1919_PART_A_DCHB_PURBA_MEDINIPUR.pdf | Land use and Irrigation : The land use patterns in the Village Directory conform to the pattern of classification of land use as recommended by the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India.The Ministry has recommended the maintenance of records of land use pattern under the following 9 categories. | 134 | page=134,block=1 |
| How is literacy rate defined for a population? | the percentage of literates in the age-group seven years and above | Literacy could have been achieved through adult literacy classes or through any non- formal educational system. People who are blind and can read in Braille are treated as literates. Literacy Rate: Literacy rate of the population is defined as the percentage of literates in the age-group seven years and above. For different age-groups the percentage of literates in that age-group gives the literacy rate. Educational level: The highest level of education a person has completed. Work: Work is defined as participation in any economically productive activity with or without compensation, wages or profit. Such participation may be physical and/or mental in nature. Work involves not only actual work but also includes effective supervision and direction of work. It even includes part time help or unpaid work on farm, family enterprise or in any other economic activity. | 244 | definition | 1.000 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/1358/download/4446/DH_2011_1919_PART_A_DCHB_PURBA_MEDINIPUR.pdf | Literacy Rate: Literacy rate of the population is defined as the percentage of literates in the age-group seven years and above. | 50 |
| What activities are included in the definition of work? | participation in any economically productive activity with or without compensation, wages or profit | Literacy could have been achieved through adult literacy classes or through any non- formal educational system. People who are blind and can read in Braille are treated as literates. Literacy Rate: Literacy rate of the population is defined as the percentage of literates in the age-group seven years and above. For different age-groups the percentage of literates in that age-group gives the literacy rate. Educational level: The highest level of education a person has completed. Work: Work is defined as participation in any economically productive activity with or without compensation, wages or profit. Such participation may be physical and/or mental in nature. Work involves not only actual work but also includes effective supervision and direction of work. It even includes part time help or unpaid work on farm, family enterprise or in any other economic activity. | 507 | definition | 1.000 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/1358/download/4446/DH_2011_1919_PART_A_DCHB_PURBA_MEDINIPUR.pdf | Work: Work is defined as participation in any economically productive activity with or without compensation, wages or profit. |
| What are Tajiyas in the context of Muharram? | symbolized the memorial tombs of the two brothers | Muharram : It is the first month of the Islamic calendar and is one of the four sacred months of the year. Since the Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, Muharram moves from year to year when compared with the Gregorian calendar. It is the second holiest month following Ramadan. The word Muharram means forbidden and is derived from the word harām, meaning sinful. This is practically a mourning festival to observe the death of two brothers Hassan and Hussain – two grandsons of the Prophet Muhammed in the battle of Karbala. Tajiyas that symbolized the memorial tombs of the two brothers are taken out in procession and the devotees use to chant the name of Hassan and Hussain throughout. | 542 | definition | 1.000 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/1358/download/4446/DH_2011_1919_PART_A_DCHB_PURBA_MEDINIPUR.pdf | Tajiyas that symbolized the memorial tombs of the two brothers are taken out in procession and the devotees use to chant the name of Hassan and Hussain throughout. | 120 | page=120,block=5 | 0.700 | valid |
| What determines if a town or village is considered to have a Cinema Hall? | If regular cinema houses licensed by Government are available, then the town/village is considered to be having the facility of Cinema Hall. | Sports Club/Recreation Centre: Indoor and out-door games are arranged by the Club and activities like wrestling, Judo Karate etc. are also done there. 9.10. Cinema/Video Hall (CV): If regular cinema houses licensed by Government are available, then the town/village is considered to be having the facility of Cinema Hall. Video hall owners screen films in their own or hired premises. 9.11. Public Library: Books are kept there which can be accessed by the public on loan basis. These may be sponsored by Government or Local Body or Panchayat or any influential person. Free service or nominal charges are made for using the facility. 9.12. Public Reading Room: Here the public may read newspapers and magazines. These may be sponsored by Government or Local Body or Panchayat or any influential person. 9.13. | 181 | definition | 1.000 | https://censusindia.gov.in/nada/index.php/catalog/1358/download/4446/DH_2011_1919_PART_A_DCHB_PURBA_MEDINIPUR.pdf | Cinema/Video Hall (CV): If regular cinema houses licensed by Government are available, then the town/village is considered to be having the facility of Cinema Hall. Video hall owners screen films in their own or hired premises. |