Puroni
Puroni is a village located in Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Khategaon (tehsildar office) and 129km away from district headquarter Dewas. As per 2009 stats, Puroni village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puroni unique in its vibrant Khategaon-Dewas region. You’ll see Puroni’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puroni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puroni is 474257. The village spans a total geographical area of 989.11 hectares. Khategaon is nearest town to Puroni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Puroni
Population of Puroni
According to the 2011 Census, Puroni has a total population of about 1,588, with approximately 826 males and 762 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 245 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 517 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 501. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.47%, with male literacy at about 66.71% and female literacy near 41.21%. There are around 307 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puroni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,588 | 826 | 762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 129 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 275 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 501 | 255 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 551 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 275 | 448 |
Connectivity of Puroni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puroni. As per the 2011 stats, Puroni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puroni
Knowing the nearby villages of Puroni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puroni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puroni
- Where is Puroni located?
- Puroni village is situated in Khategaon Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puroni?
- Puroni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Puroni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puroni is 1,588, with 826 males and 762 females.
- How many households are there in Puroni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puroni village has a total of 307 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puroni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puroni is 54.47%. The male literacy rate is 66.71%, while the female literacy rate is 41.21%.