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.
Here you can discover what makes Puri unique in its vibrant Chandvad-Nashik 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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Puri has a total population of about 2,651, with approximately 1,404 males and 1,247 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 356 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 285 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 461. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.18%, with male literacy at about 77.56% and female literacy near 63.99%. There are around 480 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 | 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 |
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%.