Purena Kalan
Purena Kalan is a village located in Bankhedi tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Bankhedi (tehsildar office) and 119km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Purenakala is the gram panchayat of Purena Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Purena Kalan unique in its vibrant Bankhedi-Hoshangabad region. You’ll see Purena Kalan’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 Purena Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purena Kalan is 487931. The village spans a total geographical area of 663.54 hectares. Pipariya is nearest town to Purena Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Purena Kalan
Population of Purena Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Purena Kalan has a total population of about 1,806, with approximately 955 males and 851 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 255 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 261 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 84. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.47%, with male literacy at about 70.37% and female literacy near 49.35%. There are around 382 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purena Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,806 | 955 | 851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 138 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 143 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,092 | 672 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 714 | 283 | 431 |
Connectivity of Purena Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purena Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Purena Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purena Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Purena Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purena Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purena Kalan
- Where is Purena Kalan located?
- Purena Kalan village is situated in Bankhedi Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purena Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purena Kalan is Purenakala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Purena Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purena Kalan is 1,806, with 955 males and 851 females.
- How many households are there in Purena Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purena Kalan village has a total of 382 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purena Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purena Kalan is 60.47%. The male literacy rate is 70.37%, while the female literacy rate is 49.35%.