Purena
Purena is a village located in Kartala tehsil of Korba district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Kartala (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Korba. As per 2009 stats, Purena village is also a gram panchayat.
Purena has its own place in the vibrant Korba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Purena
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purena is 436426. The village spans a total geographical area of 591.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495674. Korba is nearest town to Purena village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Purena
Population of Purena
Below is a concise population overview of Purena as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,012 | 1,042 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 165 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 107 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,043 | 530 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 1,088 | 702 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 924 | 340 | 584 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purena village:
- The total population of Purena village is around 2,012, including approximately 1,042 males and 970 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 317 children aged 0–6 years in Purena village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purena village has 210 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,043 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Purena village is about 54.08%, with male literacy at 67.37% and female literacy at 39.79%.
- There are around 499 households in Purena village.
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 <5 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 Kartala Tehsil, within the Korba 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 495674, 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 2,012, with 1,042 males and 970 females.
- How many households are there in Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purena village has a total of 499 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purena is 54.08%. The male literacy rate is 67.37%, while the female literacy rate is 39.79%.