Purgaon
About Purgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purgaon village is 537662. Purgaon village is located in Goregaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Goregaon (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Purgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 500.89 hectares. Purgaon has a total population of 2,111 peoples, out of which male population is 1,034 while female population is 1,077. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1041 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purgaon village is 76.79% out of which 85.11% males and 68.80% females are literate. There are about 501 houses in purgaon village.
When it comes to administration, Purgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purgaon village comes under Tirora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency. Gondiya is nearest town to purgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Purgaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,111 | 1,034 | 1,077 |
| Literate Population | 1,621 | 880 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 154 | 336 |
Connectivity of Purgaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purgaon
Where is Purgaon located?
Purgaon village is situated in Goregaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purgaon?
Purgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Purgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purgaon is 2,111, with 1,034 males and 1,077 females.
How many households are there in Purgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purgaon village has a total of 501 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purgaon is 76.79%. The male literacy rate is 85.11%, while the female literacy rate is 68.80%.