Purrekh Kalan

Purrekh Kalan is a village located in Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanwar (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Parsan is the gram panchayat of Purrekh Kalan village.

Purrekh Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Giridih 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 Purrekh Kalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purrekh Kalan is 351158. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825412. Giridih is nearest town to Purrekh Kalan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Purrekh Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Purrekh Kalan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 888 473 415
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 159 86 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 93 48 45
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 484 337 147
Illiterate Population 404 136 268

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

  • The total population of Purrekh Kalan village is around 888, including approximately 473 males and 415 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Purrekh Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purrekh Kalan village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purrekh Kalan village is about 54.50%, with male literacy at 71.25% and female literacy at 35.42%.
  • There are around 116 households in Purrekh Kalan village.

Connectivity of Purrekh Kalan

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

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

Nearby Villages of Purrekh Kalan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Purrekh Kalan

Where is Purrekh Kalan located?
Purrekh Kalan village is situated in Dhanwar Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purrekh Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Purrekh Kalan is Parsan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purrekh Kalan?
The pincode of Purrekh Kalan is 825412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purrekh Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purrekh Kalan is 888, with 473 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Purrekh Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purrekh Kalan village has a total of 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purrekh Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purrekh Kalan is 54.50%. The male literacy rate is 71.25%, while the female literacy rate is 35.42%.