Purakhola

Purakhola is a village located in Bijni subdivision of Chirang district in Assam, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bijni (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Kajalgaon.

Purakhola has its own place in the vibrant Chirang region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Purakhola

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purakhola is 302235. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.73 hectares. Bijni is nearest town to Purakhola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Purakhola

Below is a concise population overview of Purakhola as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 365 174 191
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 77 33 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 149 83 66
Illiterate Population 216 91 125

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purakhola village:

  • The total population of Purakhola village is around 365, including approximately 174 males and 191 females, with a sex ratio of 1097 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Purakhola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Purakhola village is about 40.82%, with male literacy at 47.70% and female literacy at 34.55%.
  • There are around 77 households in Purakhola village.

Connectivity of Purakhola

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purakhola. As per the 2011 stats, Purakhola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purakhola

Knowing the nearby villages of Purakhola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purakhola.

Kharija Bispani No 1 Andhargaon Boupara Betbari No 1 Betbari No 2 Silikhaguri Larugaon No 1 Larugaon No 2 Bagargaon Silikhaguri No 2 Dewanpara No 2

Frequently Asked Questions about Purakhola

Where is Purakhola located?
Purakhola village is situated in Bijni Subdivision, within the Chirang district of Assam, India.
What is the population of Purakhola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purakhola is 365, with 174 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Purakhola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purakhola village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purakhola as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purakhola is 40.82%. The male literacy rate is 47.70%, while the female literacy rate is 34.55%.