Purena
Purena is a village located in Baramkela tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Baramkela (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Girhulpali is the gram panchayat of Purena village.
Purena has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 435639. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496551. Baramkela is nearest town to Purena village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Purena village comes under Raigarh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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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 | 256 | 130 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 103 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 27 | 57 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purena village:
- The total population of Purena village is around 256, including approximately 130 males and 126 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Purena village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purena village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Purena village is about 67.19%, with male literacy at 79.23% and female literacy at 54.76%.
- There are around 67 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| 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 Baramkela Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purena?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purena is Girhulpali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Purena?
- The pincode of Purena is 496551, 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 256, with 130 males and 126 females.
- How many households are there in Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purena village has a total of 67 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purena is 67.19%. The male literacy rate is 79.23%, while the female literacy rate is 54.76%.