Purar

Purar is a village located in Mangaon tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mangaon (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Purar village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Purar unique in its vibrant Mangaon-Raigarh region. You’ll see Purar’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 Purar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purar is 554727. The village spans a total geographical area of 202.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401101. Mahad is nearest town to Purar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Purar 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 Mahad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Purar

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Population of Purar

According to the 2011 Census, Purar has a total population of about 1,296, with approximately 606 males and 690 females. The sex ratio is around 1138 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 37. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.95%, with male literacy at about 85.81% and female literacy near 80.43%. There are around 261 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,296 606 690
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 142 70 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 150 66 84
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 37 15 22
Literate Population 1,075 520 555
Illiterate Population 221 86 135

Connectivity of Purar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purar. As per the 2011 stats, Purar 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purar

Knowing the nearby villages of Purar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purar

Where is Purar located?

Purar village is situated in Mangaon Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Purar?

Purar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Purar?

The pincode of Purar is 401101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Purar as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purar is 1,296, with 606 males and 690 females.

How many households are there in Purar as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Purar village has a total of 261 households.

What is the literacy rate in Purar as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purar is 82.95%. The male literacy rate is 85.81%, while the female literacy rate is 80.43%.