Purnia

Purnia is a village located in Khuntpani subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khuntpani (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Pashchimi Singhbhum. As per 2009 stats, Purunia is the gram panchayat of Purnia village.

Purnia has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 377472. The village spans a total geographical area of 326 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833201. Khuntpani 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 1,579 780 799
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 295 141 154
Scheduled Castes (SC) 23 8 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,239 618 621
Literate Population 857 524 333
Illiterate Population 722 256 466

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

  • The total population of Purnia village is around 1,579, including approximately 780 males and 799 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 295 children aged 0–6 years in Purnia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purnia village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,239 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purnia village is about 54.27%, with male literacy at 67.18% and female literacy at 41.68%.
  • There are around 281 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purnia

Where is Purnia located?
Purnia village is situated in Khuntpani Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purnia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purnia is Purunia (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 833201, 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 1,579, with 780 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Purnia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purnia village has a total of 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purnia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purnia is 54.27%. The male literacy rate is 67.18%, while the female literacy rate is 41.68%.