Purga
About Purga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purga village is 502199. Purga village is located in Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from sub-district headquarter Pushparajgarh (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Purga village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 543.99 hectares. Purga has a total population of 1,166 peoples, out of which male population is 578 while female population is 588. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1017 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purga village is 53.43% out of which 61.76% males and 45.24% females are literate. There are about 262 houses in purga village.
When it comes to administration, Purga village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purga village comes under Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency. Amarkantak is nearest town to purga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
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Population of Purga
The population details of Purga cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,166 | 578 | 588 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,069 | 530 | 539 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 357 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 221 | 322 |
Connectivity of Purga
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purga
Where is Purga located?
Purga village is situated in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purga?
Purga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Purga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purga is 1,166, with 578 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Purga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purga village has a total of 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purga is 53.43%. The male literacy rate is 61.76%, while the female literacy rate is 45.24%.