Purantarai
Purantarai is a village located in Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from Dantewada, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Purantarai village. As per 2009 stats, Upet is the gram panchayat of Purantarai village.
Here you can discover what makes Purantarai unique in its vibrant Dantewada-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Purantarai’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 Purantarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purantarai is 450076. The village spans a total geographical area of 463.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Dantewada is nearest town to Purantarai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Purantarai 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Purantarai
Population of Purantarai
According to the 2011 Census, Purantarai has a total population of about 449, with approximately 230 males and 219 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 431. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.53%, with male literacy at about 54.35% and female literacy near 26.03%. There are around 118 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purantarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 230 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 45 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 220 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 125 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 105 | 162 |
Connectivity of Purantarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purantarai. As per the 2011 stats, Purantarai 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purantarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Purantarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purantarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purantarai
- Where is Purantarai located?
- Purantarai village is situated in Dantewada Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purantarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purantarai is Upet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Purantarai?
- The pincode of Purantarai is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purantarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purantarai is 449, with 230 males and 219 females.
- How many households are there in Purantarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purantarai village has a total of 118 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purantarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purantarai is 40.53%. The male literacy rate is 54.35%, while the female literacy rate is 26.03%.