Puranga
About Puranga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Puranga village is 433660. Puranga village is located in Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bagicha (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Tangerdih is the gram panchayat of Puranga village.
The total geographical area of village is 254.66 hectares. Puranga has a total population of 522 peoples, out of which male population is 281 while female population is 241. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 857 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of puranga village is 59.58% out of which 65.48% males and 52.70% females are literate. There are about 148 houses in puranga village. Pincode of puranga village locality is 491557.
When it comes to administration, Puranga 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, Puranga village comes under Jashpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Bagicha is nearest town to puranga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Puranga
The population details of Puranga 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 | 522 | 281 | 241 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 68 | 42 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 281 | 153 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 184 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 97 | 114 |
Connectivity of Puranga
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Puranga
Where is Puranga located?
Puranga village is situated in Bagicha Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranga is Tangerdih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puranga?
The pincode of Puranga is 491557, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puranga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puranga is 522, with 281 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Puranga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puranga village has a total of 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puranga is 59.58%. The male literacy rate is 65.48%, while the female literacy rate is 52.70%.