Purena
Purena is a village located in Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Dongargarh (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Puraina is the gram panchayat of Purena village.
Purena has its own place in the vibrant Rajnandgaon 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 440573. The village spans a total geographical area of 548.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491445. Rajnandgaon is nearest town to Purena village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Purena
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 | 1,358 | 666 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 92 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 848 | 461 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 205 | 305 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purena village:
- The total population of Purena village is around 1,358, including approximately 666 males and 692 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 187 children aged 0–6 years in Purena village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purena village has 26 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 24 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Purena village is about 62.44%, with male literacy at 69.22% and female literacy at 55.92%.
- There are around 260 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 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 Dongargarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purena?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purena is Puraina (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 491445, 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 1,358, with 666 males and 692 females.
- How many households are there in Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purena village has a total of 260 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purena is 62.44%. The male literacy rate is 69.22%, while the female literacy rate is 55.92%.