Purjal
About Purjal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purjal village is 546079. Purjal village is located in Aundha tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Aundha (nagnath) (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Purjal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1115.2 hectares. Purjal has a total population of 2,384 peoples, out of which male population is 1,234 while female population is 1,150. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 931 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purjal village is 64.68% out of which 71.72% males and 57.13% females are literate. There are about 464 houses in purjal village.
When it comes to administration, Purjal 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, Purjal village comes under Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency. Basmath is nearest town to purjal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Purjal
The population details of Purjal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,384 | 1,234 | 1,150 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 325 | 186 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 885 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 349 | 493 |
Connectivity of Purjal
| 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 Purjal
Where is Purjal located?
Purjal village is situated in Aundha Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purjal?
Purjal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Purjal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purjal is 2,384, with 1,234 males and 1,150 females.
How many households are there in Purjal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purjal village has a total of 464 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purjal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purjal is 64.68%. The male literacy rate is 71.72%, while the female literacy rate is 57.13%.