Purnia

Purnia is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Jama (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Thanpur is the gram panchayat of Purnia village.

Purnia has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Purnia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purnia is 371847. The village spans a total geographical area of 39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Jama is nearest town to Purnia village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Purnia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 305 154 151
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 31 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 75 40 35
Literate Population 111 72 39
Illiterate Population 194 82 112

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

  • The total population of Purnia village is around 305, including approximately 154 males and 151 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Purnia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purnia village has 75 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purnia village is about 36.39%, with male literacy at 46.75% and female literacy at 25.83%.
  • There are around 63 households in Purnia village.

Connectivity of Purnia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purnia. As per the 2011 stats, Purnia 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Purnia

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

Pharasimal Bhatania Lagan Sonababupur Mahuadangal Bahinga Rajpatti Aguia Gadidabli Pardabli Kharouni

Frequently Asked Questions about Purnia

Where is Purnia located?
Purnia village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purnia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purnia is Thanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purnia?
The pincode of Purnia is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purnia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purnia is 305, with 154 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Purnia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purnia village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purnia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purnia is 36.39%. The male literacy rate is 46.75%, while the female literacy rate is 25.83%.