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.
Puri has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Puri 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 | 1,235 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puri village:
- The total population of Puri village is around 1,235, including approximately 608 males and 627 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Puri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puri village has 36 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 526 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puri village is about 76.52%, with male literacy at 83.55% and female literacy at 69.70%.
- There are around 277 households in Puri village.
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%.