Purga - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Purga is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Purga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purga is 502199. The village covers a total geographical area of 543.99 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Purga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purga
According to the 2011 Census, Purga village had a total population of 1,166 people, including 578 males and 588 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.93%, with male literacy at 71.54% and female literacy at 52.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,069.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,166 | 578 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,069 | 530 | 539 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 357 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 221 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Purga
Purga 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 Purga
Purga 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Purga is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Purga is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purga
Where is Purga located?
Purga village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purga?
Purga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purga?
The pincode of Purga is 484881.
What is the population of Purga?
Purga had a total population of 1,166, including 578 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Purga?
Purga had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purga was 61.93%. Male literacy was 71.54% and female literacy was 52.47%.