Puri
Puri is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Puri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puri unique in its vibrant Charama-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Puri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puri is 447456. The village spans a total geographical area of 629.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491223. Charama is nearest town to Puri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Puri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puri
Population of Puri
According to the 2011 Census, Puri has a total population of about 1,235, with approximately 608 males and 627 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 526. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.52%, with male literacy at about 83.55% and female literacy near 69.70%. There are around 277 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,235 | 608 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 67 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 526 | 260 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 508 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 100 | 190 |
Connectivity of Puri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puri. As per the 2011 stats, Puri 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puri
Knowing the nearby villages of Puri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puri
- Where is Puri located?
- Puri village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puri?
- Puri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puri?
- The pincode of Puri is 491223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puri is 1,235, with 608 males and 627 females.
- How many households are there in Puri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puri village has a total of 277 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puri is 76.52%. The male literacy rate is 83.55%, while the female literacy rate is 69.70%.