Purgaon Village - Bilaigarh, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Purgaon is a village situated in the Bilaigarh tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Bilaigarh and around 140 km from Raipur. Purgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purgaon is 444206. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.92 hectares and falls under the 493338 pincode. Bilaigarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purgaon
As per Census 2011, Purgaon village has a total population of 2,864 people, consisting of 1,429 males and 1,435 females. The village has 607 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,886 literate and 978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purgaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,864 | 1,429 | 1,435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 167 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,886 | 1,115 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 314 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Purgaon
Purgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharatpur | East | 1.60 km |
| Toulidih | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Bhothidih | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Korkoti | North | 2.01 km |
| Daubandhan | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Nawrangpur | West | 2.33 km |
| Baglota | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Singhitar | South | 2.47 km |
| Mauhadih | South | 2.70 km |
| Maldi | East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purgaon
Purgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ibh5, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilaigarh to Purgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Purgaon is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purgaon
Where is Purgaon located?
Purgaon village is located in Bilaigarh Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purgaon?
Purgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purgaon?
The pincode of Purgaon is 493338.
What is the population of Purgaon?
Purgaon has a total population of 2,864, including 1,429 males and 1,435 females.
How many households are there in Purgaon?
There are 607 households in Purgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Purgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purgaon is 65.85%. Male literacy is 78.03% and female literacy is 53.73%.