Purkela
About Purkela
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purkela village is 433394. Purkela village is located in Lundra tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Lundra (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Purkela village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 669.43 hectares. Purkela has a total population of 853 peoples, out of which male population is 415 while female population is 438. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1055 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purkela village is 47.95% out of which 56.39% males and 39.95% females are literate. There are about 181 houses in purkela village. Pincode of purkela village locality is 497101.
Ambikapur is nearest town to purkela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Purkela
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 853 | 415 | 438 |
| Children (0-6) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 758 | 369 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 234 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 181 | 263 |
Connectivity of Purkela
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purkela
Where is Purkela located?
Purkela village is situated in Lundra Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purkela?
Purkela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purkela?
The pincode of Purkela is 497101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purkela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purkela is 853, with 415 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Purkela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purkela village has a total of 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purkela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purkela is 47.95%. The male literacy rate is 56.39%, while the female literacy rate is 39.95%.