Puran - Balodabazar, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Puran is a village situated in the Balodabazar tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Baloda Bazar and around 93 km from Raipur. Thelaki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puran is 443763. The village covers a total geographical area of 354.93 hectares and falls under the 493332 pincode. Baloda Bazar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Puran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puran
As per Census 2011, Puran village has a total population of 480 people, consisting of 227 males and 253 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 298 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 227 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 74 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 158 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 69 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Puran
Puran is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Thelki | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Risda | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Purenakhapri | East | 2.56 km |
| Achholi | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Bharuwadih | West | 3.12 km |
| Chicholi | South | 3.16 km |
| Khairwardih | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Champa | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Dhandheni | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Dasharma | East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puran
Puran is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhatapara, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baloda Bazar to Puran is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Puran is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puran 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puran
Where is Puran located?
Puran village is located in Balodabazar Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puran?
The Gram Panchayat of Puran is Thelaki.
What is the pincode of Puran?
The pincode of Puran is 493332.
What is the population of Puran?
Puran has a total population of 480, including 227 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Puran?
There are 94 households in Puran.
What is the literacy rate in Puran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puran is 62.08%. Male literacy is 69.60% and female literacy is 55.34%.