Purangel - Bade Bacheli, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Purangel is a village situated in the Bade Bacheli tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 82 km from Kuwakonda and around 76 km from Dantewada. Hiroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purangel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purangel is 450249. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.48 hectares and falls under the 494442 pincode. Kirandul is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Purangel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purangel
According to the 2011 Census, Purangel village had a total population of 253 people, including 124 males and 129 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.83%, with male literacy at 59.62% and female literacy at 33.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 253.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 124 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 124 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 62 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 62 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Purangel
Purangel is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purangel
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Purangel. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purangel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirandul to Purangel is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Purangel is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purangel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purangel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purangel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purangel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purangel
Where is Purangel located?
Purangel village is located in Bade Bacheli Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purangel?
The Gram Panchayat of Purangel is Hiroli.
What is the pincode of Purangel?
The pincode of Purangel is 494442.
What is the population of Purangel?
Purangel had a total population of 253, including 124 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Purangel?
Purangel had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purangel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purangel was 46.83%. Male literacy was 59.62% and female literacy was 33.66%.