Puri - Chinour, Gwalior
Puri is a village situated in the Chinour tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinour and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Puri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puri is 454331. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.56 hectares and falls under the 475005 pincode. Antari is the nearest town.
Puri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puri
According to the 2011 Census, Puri village had a total population of 782 people, including 414 males and 368 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.11%, with male literacy at 77.44% and female literacy at 49.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212.
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 | 782 | 414 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 55 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 114 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 278 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 136 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Puri
Puri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehpur | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Kiratpura | North | 1.97 km |
| Ladhwaya | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Khairwaya | South | 2.62 km |
| Badki Saray | West | 2.68 km |
| Mohammedpur | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Bharthari | East | 3.32 km |
| Pipripura | North | 3.33 km |
| Piprau | South | 3.37 km |
| Manpur | East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puri
Puri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Antri, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| 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 Gwalior to Puri is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puri 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 Puri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puri 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 Puri
Where is Puri located?
Puri village is located in Chinour Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puri?
Puri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puri?
The pincode of Puri is 475005.
What is the population of Puri?
Puri had a total population of 782, including 414 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Puri?
Puri had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puri was 64.11%. Male literacy was 77.44% and female literacy was 49.06%.