Purnia

Purnia is a village located in Ramgarh subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ramgarh (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Latberwa 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 370441. The village spans a total geographical area of 245 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814102. Ramgarh 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 790 386 404
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 142 60 82
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 288 148 140
Literate Population 389 248 141
Illiterate Population 401 138 263

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

  • The total population of Purnia village is around 790, including approximately 386 males and 404 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Purnia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purnia village has 288 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purnia village is about 49.24%, with male literacy at 64.25% and female literacy at 34.90%.
  • There are around 184 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 10+ km distance
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.

Khilkanali Khasia Lachhmipur Tharikhasia Sasram Latberwa Sikatia Madhuban Gardih Sijhuabahiar Sijuakita

Frequently Asked Questions about Purnia

Where is Purnia located?
Purnia village is situated in Ramgarh Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purnia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purnia is Latberwa (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 814102, 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 790, with 386 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Purnia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purnia village has a total of 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purnia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purnia is 49.24%. The male literacy rate is 64.25%, while the female literacy rate is 34.90%.