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.

Puri has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 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.

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Population of Puri

Below is a concise population overview of Puri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puri village:

  • The total population of Puri village is around 841, including approximately 440 males and 401 females, with a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Puri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puri village has 67 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puri village is about 69.32%, with male literacy at 75.91% and female literacy at 62.09%.
  • There are around 184 households in Puri village.

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%.