Purso

Purso is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from Shopian, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Purso village.

Purso has its own place in the vibrant Shupiyan 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 Purso

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purso is 003514. The village spans a total geographical area of 90.6 hectares. Shopiyan is nearest town to Purso village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Purso

Below is a concise population overview of Purso as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 844 448 396
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 136 77 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 486 295 191
Illiterate Population 358 153 205

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purso village:

  • The total population of Purso village is around 844, including approximately 448 males and 396 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 136 children aged 0–6 years in Purso village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Purso village is about 57.58%, with male literacy at 65.85% and female literacy at 48.23%.
  • There are around 138 households in Purso village.

Connectivity of Purso

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purso. As per the 2011 stats, Purso had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Purso

Knowing the nearby villages of Purso helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purso.

Pandoshan Kanjiuler Posh Hamah Adijan Adwan Mandojan Feri Pora Dev Pora Arow Mandlana Lari Pora Fraslana

Frequently Asked Questions about Purso

Where is Purso located?
Purso village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Purso as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purso is 844, with 448 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Purso as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purso village has a total of 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purso as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purso is 57.58%. The male literacy rate is 65.85%, while the female literacy rate is 48.23%.