Purni Armu - Garu, Latehar
Purni Armu is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garu and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Dhangartola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purni Armu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purni Armu is 367167. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode.
Purni Armu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purni Armu
As per Census 2011, Purni Armu village has a total population of 674 people, consisting of 372 males and 302 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 811 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 660 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purni Armu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 674 | 372 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 660 | 364 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 269 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 103 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Purni Armu
Purni Armu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purni Armu
Purni Armu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Purni Armu is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purni Armu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purni Armu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purni Armu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purni Armu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Purni Armu
Where is Purni Armu located?
Purni Armu village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purni Armu?
The Gram Panchayat of Purni Armu is Dhangartola.
What is the pincode of Purni Armu?
The pincode of Purni Armu is 829204.
What is the population of Purni Armu?
Purni Armu has a total population of 674, including 372 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Purni Armu?
There are 64 households in Purni Armu.
What is the literacy rate in Purni Armu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purni Armu is 62.76%. Male literacy is 72.31% and female literacy is 50.99%.