Puri
Puri is a village located in Barshi tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Barshi (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Puri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puri unique in its vibrant Barshi-Solapur 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 562043. The village spans a total geographical area of 727.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413404. Barshi 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 Barshi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Osmanabad 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 841, with approximately 440 males and 401 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 67 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.32%, with male literacy at about 75.91% and female literacy near 62.09%. There are around 184 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 | 841 | 440 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 60 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 334 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 106 | 152 |
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 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 Barshi Tehsil, within the Solapur 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 pincode of Puri?
- The pincode of Puri is 413404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puri is 841, with 440 males and 401 females.
- How many households are there in Puri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puri village has a total of 184 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puri is 69.32%. The male literacy rate is 75.91%, while the female literacy rate is 62.09%.