Purana

Purana is a village located in Singla tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Singla (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Sriramapur is the gram panchayat of Purana village.

Purana 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 Purana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purana is 392261. The village spans a total geographical area of 34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756029. Baleshwar is nearest town to Purana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

As per 2019 stats, Purana village comes under Balasore assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Purana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 755 406 349
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 88 47 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 124 71 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 554 313 241
Illiterate Population 201 93 108

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

  • The total population of Purana village is around 755, including approximately 406 males and 349 females, with a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Purana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purana village has 124 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purana village is about 73.38%, with male literacy at 77.09% and female literacy at 69.05%.
  • There are around 186 households in Purana village.

Connectivity of Purana

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purana

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

Sahara Bahariachak Bhittarbramatar Khirang Chhatara Narandiha Jambhirapal Katulidiha Mandurukula Machadiha Paltadiha

Frequently Asked Questions about Purana

Where is Purana located?
Purana village is situated in Singla Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purana?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana is Sriramapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purana?
The pincode of Purana is 756029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purana is 755, with 406 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purana village has a total of 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purana is 73.38%. The male literacy rate is 77.09%, while the female literacy rate is 69.05%.