Puragaon
About Puragaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Puragaon village is 565939. Puragaon village is located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 53km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Wangule is the gram panchayat of Puragaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 144.49 hectares. Puragaon has a total population of 233 peoples, out of which male population is 113 while female population is 120. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1061 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of puragaon village is 84.55% out of which 84.96% males and 84.17% females are literate. There are about 51 houses in puragaon village. Pincode of puragaon village locality is 416701.
When it comes to administration, Puragaon 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, Puragaon village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to puragaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Puragaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 233 | 113 | 120 |
| Children (0-6) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 197 | 96 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 17 | 19 |
Connectivity of Puragaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Puragaon
Where is Puragaon located?
Puragaon village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puragaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Puragaon is Wangule (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puragaon?
The pincode of Puragaon is 416701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puragaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puragaon is 233, with 113 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Puragaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puragaon village has a total of 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puragaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puragaon is 84.55%. The male literacy rate is 84.96%, while the female literacy rate is 84.17%.