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.

Puran has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 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.

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Population of Puran

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Puran village is around 1,422, including approximately 737 males and 685 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 236 children aged 0–6 years in Puran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puran village has 144 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 18 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puran village is about 53.52%, with male literacy at 64.72% and female literacy at 41.46%.
  • There are around 311 households in Puran village.

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%.