Purani Geraj
Purani Geraj is a village located in Helem subdivision of Sonitpur district in Assam, India. It is situated 122km away from district headquarter Helem. Helem is the sub-district headquarter of Purani Geraj village. As per 2009 stats, Nalanibari is the gram panchayat of Purani Geraj village.
Purani Geraj has its own place in the vibrant Sonitpur 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 Purani Geraj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purani Geraj is 286999. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.68 hectares. Helem is nearest town to Purani Geraj village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Purani Geraj
Below is a concise population overview of Purani Geraj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 536 | 275 | 261 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 31 | 16 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
Literate Population | 461 | 238 | 223 |
Illiterate Population | 75 | 37 | 38 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purani Geraj village:
- The total population of Purani Geraj village is around 536, including approximately 275 males and 261 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Purani Geraj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purani Geraj village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 112 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Purani Geraj village is about 86.01%, with male literacy at 86.55% and female literacy at 85.44%.
- There are around 99 households in Purani Geraj village.
Connectivity of Purani Geraj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purani Geraj. As per the 2011 stats, Purani Geraj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purani Geraj
Knowing the nearby villages of Purani Geraj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purani Geraj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purani Geraj
- Where is Purani Geraj located?
- Purani Geraj village is situated in Helem Subdivision, within the Sonitpur district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purani Geraj?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purani Geraj is Nalanibari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Purani Geraj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purani Geraj is 536, with 275 males and 261 females.
- How many households are there in Purani Geraj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purani Geraj village has a total of 99 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purani Geraj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purani Geraj is 86.01%. The male literacy rate is 86.55%, while the female literacy rate is 85.44%.