Purukhi

Purukhi is a village located in Remuna tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Remuna (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Tentulida is the gram panchayat of Purukhi village.

Purukhi has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar 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 Purukhi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purukhi is 393007. The village spans a total geographical area of 229 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756020. Remuna is nearest town to Purukhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Purukhi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 909 445 464
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 55 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) 162 71 91
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 246 121 125
Literate Population 612 322 290
Illiterate Population 297 123 174

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

  • The total population of Purukhi village is around 909, including approximately 445 males and 464 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Purukhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purukhi village has 162 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 246 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purukhi village is about 67.33%, with male literacy at 72.36% and female literacy at 62.50%.
  • There are around 210 households in Purukhi village.

Connectivity of Purukhi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purukhi. As per the 2011 stats, Purukhi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Purukhi

Knowing the nearby villages of Purukhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purukhi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purukhi

Where is Purukhi located?
Purukhi village is situated in Remuna Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purukhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Purukhi is Tentulida (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purukhi?
The pincode of Purukhi is 756020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purukhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purukhi is 909, with 445 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Purukhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purukhi village has a total of 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purukhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purukhi is 67.33%. The male literacy rate is 72.36%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.