Purunga
About Purunga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purunga village is 434478. Purunga village is located in Udaipur tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Dharamjaigarh (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Purunga village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1104.51 hectares. Purunga has a total population of 1,506 peoples, out of which male population is 738 while female population is 768. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1040 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purunga village is 60.76% out of which 70.87% males and 51.04% females are literate. There are about 335 houses in purunga village. Pincode of purunga village locality is 496116.
When it comes to administration, Purunga 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, Purunga village comes under Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Dharamjaigarh is nearest town to purunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Purunga
The population details of Purunga 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 | 1,506 | 738 | 768 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 192 | 94 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 721 | 355 | 366 |
| Literate Population | 915 | 523 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 215 | 376 |
Connectivity of Purunga
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purunga
Where is Purunga located?
Purunga village is situated in Udaipur Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunga?
Purunga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purunga?
The pincode of Purunga is 496116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purunga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purunga is 1,506, with 738 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Purunga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purunga village has a total of 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purunga is 60.76%. The male literacy rate is 70.87%, while the female literacy rate is 51.04%.