Purla
About Purla
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purla village is 026290. Purla village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 62km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Purla village. As per 2009 stats, Bakhol is the gram panchayat of Purla village.
The total geographical area of village is 43 hectares. Purla has a total population of 79 peoples, out of which male population is 37 while female population is 42. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1135 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purla village is 75.95% out of which 83.78% males and 69.05% females are literate. There are about 16 houses in purla village. Pincode of purla village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Purla village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purla village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to purla village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Purla
The population details of Purla 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 | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Connectivity of Purla
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purla
Where is Purla located?
Purla village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purla?
The Gram Panchayat of Purla is Bakhol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purla?
The pincode of Purla is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purla is 79, with 37 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Purla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purla village has a total of 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purla is 75.95%. The male literacy rate is 83.78%, while the female literacy rate is 69.05%.