Puranakheda - Hatta, Damoh
Puranakheda is a village situated in the Hatta tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatta and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Shivpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puranakheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranakheda is 461701. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.24 hectares and falls under the 470775 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Puranakheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puranakheda
As per Census 2011, Puranakheda village has a total population of 1,307 people, consisting of 668 males and 639 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 899 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 402 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puranakheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,307 | 668 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 150 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 203 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 264 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 404 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Puranakheda
Puranakheda 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 Puranakheda
Puranakheda 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatta to Puranakheda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Puranakheda is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puranakheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranakheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puranakheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puranakheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puranakheda
Where is Puranakheda located?
Puranakheda village is located in Hatta Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranakheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranakheda is Shivpur.
What is the pincode of Puranakheda?
The pincode of Puranakheda is 470775.
What is the population of Puranakheda?
Puranakheda has a total population of 1,307, including 668 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Puranakheda?
There are 283 households in Puranakheda.
What is the literacy rate in Puranakheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranakheda is 31.22%. Male literacy is 39.52% and female literacy is 22.54%.