Purena
Purena is a village located in Baloda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Baloda (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Purena village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purena unique in its vibrant Baloda-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Purena’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 Purena
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purena is 436701. The village spans a total geographical area of 231.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495668. Baloda is nearest town to Purena village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Purena
Population of Purena
According to the 2011 Census, Purena has a total population of about 1,153, with approximately 591 males and 562 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 210 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 409 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 199. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.28%, with male literacy at about 69.54% and female literacy near 46.44%. There are around 243 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purena's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,153 | 591 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 101 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 215 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 411 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 180 | 301 |
Connectivity of Purena
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purena. As per the 2011 stats, Purena 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 Purena
Knowing the nearby villages of Purena helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purena.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purena
- Where is Purena located?
- Purena village is situated in Baloda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purena?
- Purena serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Purena?
- The pincode of Purena is 495668, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purena is 1,153, with 591 males and 562 females.
- How many households are there in Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purena village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purena is 58.28%. The male literacy rate is 69.54%, while the female literacy rate is 46.44%.