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
As per Census 2011, Purga village has a total population of 1,166 people, consisting of 578 males and 588 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 623 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,069 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,166 | 578 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,166, including 578 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Purga?
There are 262 households in Purga.
What is the literacy rate in Purga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purga is 53.43%. Male literacy is 61.76% and female literacy is 45.24%.