Puri
Puri is a village located in Chandvad tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chandvad (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Puri village is also a gram panchayat.
Puri has its own place in the vibrant Nashik region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Puri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puri is 550432. The village spans a total geographical area of 1407.08 hectares. Satana is nearest town to Puri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Puri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puri
Population of Puri
Below is a concise population overview of Puri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,651 | 1,404 | 1,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 202 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 138 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 233 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 1,887 | 1,089 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 315 | 449 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puri village:
- The total population of Puri village is around 2,651, including approximately 1,404 males and 1,247 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 356 children aged 0–6 years in Puri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puri village has 285 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 461 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puri village is about 71.18%, with male literacy at 77.56% and female literacy at 63.99%.
- There are around 480 households in Puri village.
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 Chandvad Tehsil, within the Nashik 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 2,651, with 1,404 males and 1,247 females.
- How many households are there in Puri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puri village has a total of 480 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puri is 71.18%. The male literacy rate is 77.56%, while the female literacy rate is 63.99%.