Purgaon
About Purgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purgaon village is 444206. Purgaon village is located in Bilaigarh tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bilaigarh (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Purgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 649.92 hectares. Purgaon has a total population of 2,864 peoples, out of which male population is 1,429 while female population is 1,435. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1004 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purgaon village is 65.85% out of which 78.03% males and 53.73% females are literate. There are about 607 houses in purgaon village. Pincode of purgaon village locality is 495689.
Bilaigarh is nearest town to purgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Purgaon
The population details of Purgaon 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 | 2,864 | 1,429 | 1,435 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 355 | 167 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,886 | 1,115 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 314 | 664 |
Connectivity of Purgaon
| 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 Purgaon
Where is Purgaon located?
Purgaon village is situated in Bilaigarh Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purgaon?
Purgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purgaon?
The pincode of Purgaon is 495689, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purgaon is 2,864, with 1,429 males and 1,435 females.
How many households are there in Purgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purgaon village has a total of 607 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purgaon is 65.85%. The male literacy rate is 78.03%, while the female literacy rate is 53.73%.