Puranpura - Bhander, Datia
Puranpura is a village situated in the Bhander tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhander and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Puradaboh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puranpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranpura is 454837. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.15 hectares and falls under the 475336 pincode. Bhander is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Puranpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puranpura
According to the 2011 Census, Puranpura village had a total population of 157 people, including 81 males and 76 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.45%, with male literacy at 95.59% and female literacy at 64.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 65 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 16 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Puranpura
Puranpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karra | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Nayagaon | North | 1.77 km |
| Syora | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Rajpura | West | 2.52 km |
| Telgaon | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Parsondagoojar | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Patan Govind | South | 2.89 km |
| Kherideo | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Fatepur | West | 3.11 km |
| Pura Daboh | North-East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puranpura
Puranpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Moth, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhander to Puranpura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Puranpura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puranpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranpura 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 Puranpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puranpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puranpura
Where is Puranpura located?
Puranpura village is located in Bhander Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puranpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranpura is Puradaboh.
What is the pincode of Puranpura?
The pincode of Puranpura is 475336.
What is the population of Puranpura?
Puranpura had a total population of 157, including 81 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Puranpura?
Puranpura had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranpura was 80.45%. Male literacy was 95.59% and female literacy was 64.62%.