Puri
About Puri
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Puri village is 434674. Puri village is located in Gharghoda tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gharghoda (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Puri village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 749.48 hectares. Puri has a total population of 1,211 peoples, out of which male population is 602 while female population is 609. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1011 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of puri village is 39.47% out of which 49.00% males and 30.05% females are literate. There are about 293 houses in puri village. Pincode of puri village locality is 496111.
When it comes to administration, Puri 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, Puri village comes under Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Gharghoda is nearest town to puri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Puri
The population details of Puri 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 | 1,211 | 602 | 609 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 197 | 102 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,015 | 506 | 509 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 295 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 307 | 426 |
Connectivity of Puri
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Puri
Where is Puri located?
Puri village is situated in Gharghoda Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puri?
Puri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Puri?
The pincode of Puri is 496111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puri is 1,211, with 602 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Puri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puri village has a total of 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puri is 39.47%. The male literacy rate is 49.00%, while the female literacy rate is 30.05%.