Purtala

Purtala is a village located in Amarwara tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Amarwara (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Purtala village is also a gram panchayat.

Purtala has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara 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 Purtala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purtala is 493873. The village spans a total geographical area of 697.88 hectares. Amarwara is nearest town to Purtala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Purtala

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 630 316 314
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 34 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 3 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 532 269 263
Literate Population 285 189 96
Illiterate Population 345 127 218

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

  • The total population of Purtala village is around 630, including approximately 316 males and 314 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Purtala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purtala village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 532 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purtala village is about 45.24%, with male literacy at 59.81% and female literacy at 30.57%.
  • There are around 124 households in Purtala village.

Connectivity of Purtala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purtala. As per the 2011 stats, Purtala 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Purtala

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Purtala

Where is Purtala located?
Purtala village is situated in Amarwara Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purtala?
Purtala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Purtala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purtala is 630, with 316 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Purtala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purtala village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purtala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purtala is 45.24%. The male literacy rate is 59.81%, while the female literacy rate is 30.57%.