Pura

Pura is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 109km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Nyarsi is the gram panchayat of Pura village.

Pura has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga 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 Pura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pura is 607523. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577429. Sorab is nearest town to Pura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Pura

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 400 195 205
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 51 23 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 15 7 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 278 156 122
Illiterate Population 122 39 83

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

  • The total population of Pura village is around 400, including approximately 195 males and 205 females, with a sex ratio of 1051 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Pura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pura village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pura village is about 69.50%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 59.51%.
  • There are around 90 households in Pura village.

Connectivity of Pura

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

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

Nearby Villages of Pura

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

Mavinaballikoppa Kodambi Chandraguthi State Forest Kamalapura Nyarshi Hiremakoppa Chikkamakoppa Chandraguthi Kathavai Basthikoppa Thoragondanakoppa

Frequently Asked Questions about Pura

Where is Pura located?
Pura village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pura is Nyarsi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pura?
The pincode of Pura is 577429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pura is 400, with 195 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Pura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pura village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pura is 69.50%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 59.51%.