Purshotam Nagar
Purshotam Nagar is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Purshotam Nagar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purshotam Nagar unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Purshotam Nagar’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 Purshotam Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purshotam Nagar is 448305. The village spans a total geographical area of 602 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496115. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Purshotam Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Purshotam Nagar 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 Antagarh 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 Purshotam Nagar
Population of Purshotam Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Purshotam Nagar has a total population of about 1,967, with approximately 1,013 males and 954 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 283 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.46%, with male literacy at about 73.74% and female literacy near 60.80%. There are around 382 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purshotam Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,967 | 1,013 | 954 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 147 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,327 | 747 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 266 | 374 |
Connectivity of Purshotam Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purshotam Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Purshotam Nagar 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 Purshotam Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Purshotam Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purshotam Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purshotam Nagar
- Where is Purshotam Nagar located?
- Purshotam Nagar village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purshotam Nagar?
- Purshotam Nagar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Purshotam Nagar?
- The pincode of Purshotam Nagar is 496115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purshotam Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purshotam Nagar is 1,967, with 1,013 males and 954 females.
- How many households are there in Purshotam Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purshotam Nagar village has a total of 382 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purshotam Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purshotam Nagar is 67.46%. The male literacy rate is 73.74%, while the female literacy rate is 60.80%.