Puri - Makdon, Ujjain
Puri is a village situated in the Makdon tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Tarana and around 75 km from Ujjain. Pari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puri is 471703. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.14 hectares and falls under the 456668 pincode. Makdon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
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 Tarana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puri
According to the 2011 Census, Puri village had a total population of 358 people, including 188 males and 170 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.02%, with male literacy at 73.15% and female literacy at 32.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 358 | 188 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 39 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 109 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 79 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Puri
Puri 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 Puri
Puri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Makdon to Puri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Puri is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 2-5 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 Makdon Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puri?
The Gram Panchayat of Puri is Pari.
What is the pincode of Puri?
The pincode of Puri is 456668.
What is the population of Puri?
Puri had a total population of 358, including 188 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Puri?
Puri had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puri was 53.02%. Male literacy was 73.15% and female literacy was 32.89%.