Pura
About Pura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pura village is 438554. Pura village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 360.82 hectares. Pura has a total population of 1,182 peoples, out of which male population is 593 while female population is 589. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 993 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pura village is 57.36% out of which 69.48% males and 45.16% females are literate. There are about 266 houses in pura village. Pincode of pura village locality is 494776.
When it comes to administration, Pura village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pura village comes under Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency. Takhatpur is nearest town to pura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Pura
The population details of Pura cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,182 | 593 | 589 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 412 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 181 | 323 |
Connectivity of Pura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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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%.