Purag
About Purag
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purag village is 026201. Purag village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Purag village. As per 2009 stats, Purag village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 94.34 hectares. Purag has a total population of 265 peoples, out of which male population is 132 while female population is 133. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1007 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purag village is 76.98% out of which 81.06% males and 72.93% females are literate. There are about 63 houses in purag village. Pincode of purag village locality is 171202.
As per 2019 stats, Purag village comes under Shimla assembly & parliamentary constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to purag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Purag
The population details of Purag cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 132 | 133 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 25 | 36 |
Connectivity of Purag
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purag
Where is Purag located?
Purag village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purag?
Purag serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purag?
The pincode of Purag is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purag is 265, with 132 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Purag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purag village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purag is 76.98%. The male literacy rate is 81.06%, while the female literacy rate is 72.93%.