Purangaon

Purangaon is a village located in Vaijapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Vaijapur (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Purangaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Purangaon unique in its vibrant Vaijapur-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Purangaon’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 Purangaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purangaon is 549153. The village spans a total geographical area of 1125 hectares. Vaijapur is nearest town to Purangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Purangaon

According to the 2011 Census, Purangaon has a total population of about 1,396, with approximately 721 males and 675 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 176 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 165 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 97. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.98%, with male literacy at about 74.62% and female literacy near 58.81%. There are around 298 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purangaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,396 721 675
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 176 103 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 165 82 83
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 97 43 54
Literate Population 935 538 397
Illiterate Population 461 183 278

Connectivity of Purangaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purangaon. As per the 2011 stats, Purangaon 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purangaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Purangaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purangaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purangaon

Where is Purangaon located?
Purangaon village is situated in Vaijapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purangaon?
Purangaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Purangaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purangaon is 1,396, with 721 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Purangaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purangaon village has a total of 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purangaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purangaon is 66.98%. The male literacy rate is 74.62%, while the female literacy rate is 58.81%.