Purul
Purul is a Town and Subdivision in Senapati District of Manipur. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Purul Block (CD) is 01860. The total area of Purul Subdivision is 305 km². Purul has a sex ratio of approximately 880 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Purul Subdivision
Purul Subdivision has a total of 27 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Purul Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kapao | N/A | Senapati (35 km) |
| 2 | Keiye | N/A | Kohima (60 km) |
| 3 | Khongdei Khuman | N/A | Senapati (47 km) |
| 4 | Khongdei Ngawar | N/A | Maram (80 km) |
| 5 | Khongdei Shimphung | N/A | Senapati (80 km) |
| 6 | Kodom Khavii | N/A | Kohima (100 km) |
| 7 | Kodom Khullen | N/A | Kohima (100 km) |
| 8 | Koide Makha | N/A | Kohima (70 km) |
| 9 | Koide Mathak | N/A | Kohima (75 km) |
| 10 | Lakhamei | N/A | Kohima (100 km) |
| 11 | Lower Phaibung | N/A | Imphal (140 km) |
| 12 | Ngamju | N/A | Imphal (135 km) |
| 13 | Ngari Khullen | N/A | Senapati (90 km) |
| 14 | Ngari Lishang | N/A | Senapati (80 km) |
| 15 | Ngari Raidolumai | N/A | Senapati (90 km) |
| 16 | Oinam | N/A | Kohima (85 km) |
| 17 | Phaibung Khullen | N/A | Kohima (80 km) |
| 18 | Phaibung Khunou | N/A | Imphal (140 km) |
| 19 | Purul Akutpa | N/A | Kohima (80 km) |
| 20 | Purul Atongba | N/A | Kohima (7 km) |
| 21 | Purul Rosofii | N/A | Kohima (80 km) |
| 22 | Raafii | N/A | Kohima (56 km) |
| 23 | Shirong | N/A | Kohima (95 km) |
| 24 | Thingba Khullen | N/A | Imphal (105 km) |
| 25 | Thingba Khunou | N/A | Imphal] (100 km) |
| 26 | Thiwa | N/A | Kohima (120 km) |
| 27 | Thiwa Songdo | N/A | Kohima (125 km) |
Population of Purul Subdivision
The population profile of Purul Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Purul Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68,123 | 68,123 | N/A |
| Male Population | 36,218 | 36,218 | N/A |
| Female Population | 31,905 | 31,905 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,365 | 8,365 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,596 | 4,596 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,769 | 3,769 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 35,678 | 35,678 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 20,429 | 20,429 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 15,249 | 15,249 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 32,445 | 32,445 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 15,789 | 15,789 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 16,656 | 16,656 | N/A |
| Total Households | 10,540 | 10,540 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 68,123 people. Includes nearly 36,218 males and 31,905 females. Rural population is about 68,123 people.
- There are around 8,365 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 4,596 boys and 3,769 girls.
- Literate population is about 35,678 people. Non-literate population is around 32,445 people.
- There are nearly 10,540 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Purul Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 6 | 6 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 66,830 | 66,830 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 35,479 | 35,479 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 31,351 | 31,351 | N/A |
| Population Density | 223 / km² | 223 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Purul Subdivision is approximately 6 people, including 4 males and 2 females. Around 6 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Purul Subdivision is about 66,830 people, including 35,479 males and 31,351 females. Around 66,830 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 223 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 223 people per sq. km.