Puralangso - Haflong, Dima Hasao
Puralangso is a village situated in the Haflong subdivision of Dima Hasao district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from Umrangso and around 120 km from Haflong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puralangso is 298330. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 788818 pincode. Forwarded For Umrangso is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Puralangso village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Puralangso
According to the 2011 Census, Puralangso village had a total population of 509 people, including 262 males and 247 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.77%, with male literacy at 92.76% and female literacy at 92.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 455.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 262 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 455 | 232 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 205 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 57 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Puralangso
Puralangso is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puralangso
Puralangso is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forwarded For Umrangso to Puralangso is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haflong to Puralangso is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puralangso
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puralangso village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Puralangso
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puralangso village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puralangso
Where is Puralangso located?
Puralangso village is located in Haflong Subdivision, Dima Hasao district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Puralangso?
The pincode of Puralangso is 788818.
What is the population of Puralangso?
Puralangso had a total population of 509, including 262 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Puralangso?
Puralangso had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puralangso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puralangso was 92.77%. Male literacy was 92.76% and female literacy was 92.79%.