Pura
Pura is a village located in Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Takhatpur (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Pura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pura unique in its vibrant Takhatpur-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Pura’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 Pura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pura is 438554. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494776. Takhatpur is nearest town to Pura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pura
Population of Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Pura has a total population of about 1,182, with approximately 593 males and 589 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 131. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.36%, with male literacy at about 69.48% and female literacy near 45.16%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,182 | 593 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 412 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 181 | 323 |
Connectivity of Pura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pura. As per the 2011 stats, Pura 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pura
Knowing the nearby villages of Pura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pura
- Where is Pura located?
- Pura village is situated in Takhatpur Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pura?
- Pura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pura?
- The pincode of Pura is 494776, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pura is 1,182, with 593 males and 589 females.
- How many households are there in Pura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pura village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pura is 57.36%. The male literacy rate is 69.48%, while the female literacy rate is 45.16%.