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.
Here you can discover what makes Purena unique in its vibrant Kartala-Korba 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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Purena has a total population of about 2,012, with approximately 1,042 males and 970 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 317 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 210 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,043. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.08%, with male literacy at about 67.37% and female literacy near 39.79%. There are around 499 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 | 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 |
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%.