Puran
Puran is a village located in Mungeli tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mungeli (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Puran village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puran unique in its vibrant Mungeli-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Puran’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puran is 438270. The village spans a total geographical area of 750 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493776. Mungeli is nearest town to Puran village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Puran
Population of Puran
According to the 2011 Census, Puran has a total population of about 1,422, with approximately 737 males and 685 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 236 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 144 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.52%, with male literacy at about 64.72% and female literacy near 41.46%. There are around 311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,422 | 737 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 122 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 477 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 661 | 260 | 401 |
Connectivity of Puran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puran. As per the 2011 stats, Puran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puran
Knowing the nearby villages of Puran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puran
- Where is Puran located?
- Puran village is situated in Mungeli Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puran?
- Puran serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puran?
- The pincode of Puran is 493776, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puran is 1,422, with 737 males and 685 females.
- How many households are there in Puran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puran village has a total of 311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puran is 53.52%. The male literacy rate is 64.72%, while the female literacy rate is 41.46%.