Purangaon
Purangaon is a village located in Yevla tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Yevla (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Purangaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Purangaon 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 Purangaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purangaon is 551434. The village spans a total geographical area of 397 hectares. Yevla is nearest town to Purangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Purangaon 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 Yevla 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 Purangaon
Population of Purangaon
Below is a concise population overview of Purangaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,321 | 686 | 635 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 102 | 62 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
Literate Population | 1,010 | 539 | 471 |
Illiterate Population | 311 | 147 | 164 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purangaon village:
- The total population of Purangaon village is around 1,321, including approximately 686 males and 635 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 164 children aged 0–6 years in Purangaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purangaon village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 97 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Purangaon village is about 76.46%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 74.17%.
- There are around 242 households in Purangaon village.
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 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 Yevla Tehsil, within the Nashik 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 1,321, with 686 males and 635 females.
- How many households are there in Purangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purangaon village has a total of 242 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purangaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purangaon is 76.46%. The male literacy rate is 78.57%, while the female literacy rate is 74.17%.