Pural - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Pural is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Pural village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pural is 566248. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.21 hectares and falls under the 416805 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pural village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pural
As per Census 2011, Pural village has a total population of 1,203 people, consisting of 594 males and 609 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 973 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pural are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,203 | 594 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 48 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 91 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 973 | 532 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 62 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Pural
Pural is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Wada | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Hurshi | West | 1.86 km |
| Kalambai | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Padel | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Padvane | South | 3.20 km |
| Phanase | South | 3.64 km |
| Wadatar | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Virwadi | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Nadan | East | 4.12 km |
| Mohulgaon | North | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pural
Pural is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Pural is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Pural is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pural
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pural village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pural
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pural village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pural
Where is Pural located?
Pural village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pural?
Pural is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pural?
The pincode of Pural is 416805.
What is the population of Pural?
Pural has a total population of 1,203, including 594 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Pural?
There are 262 households in Pural.
What is the literacy rate in Pural?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pural is 80.88%. Male literacy is 89.56% and female literacy is 72.41%.