Puri
Puri is a village located in Gangapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Gangapur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Puri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puri unique in its vibrant Gangapur-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Puri’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 Puri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puri is 549374. The village spans a total geographical area of 421.75 hectares. Gangapur is nearest town to Puri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Puri
Population of Puri
According to the 2011 Census, Puri has a total population of about 1,568, with approximately 799 males and 769 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 277 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 53. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.11%, with male literacy at about 74.34% and female literacy near 55.53%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,568 | 799 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 125 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 136 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 594 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 205 | 342 |
Connectivity of Puri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puri. As per the 2011 stats, Puri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puri
Knowing the nearby villages of Puri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puri
- Where is Puri located?
- Puri village is situated in Gangapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puri?
- Puri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Puri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puri is 1,568, with 799 males and 769 females.
- How many households are there in Puri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puri village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puri is 65.11%. The male literacy rate is 74.34%, while the female literacy rate is 55.53%.