Purana
About Purana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purana village is 393823. Purana village is located in Soro tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Soro (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Saud is the gram panchayat of Purana village.
The total geographical area of village is 151 hectares. Purana has a total population of 756 peoples, out of which male population is 397 while female population is 359. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 904 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purana village is 72.09% out of which 78.59% males and 64.90% females are literate. There are about 160 houses in purana village. Pincode of purana village locality is 756042.
When it comes to administration, Purana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purana village comes under Soro Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhadrak Lok Sabha constituency. Soro is nearest town to purana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Purana
The population details of Purana cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 756 | 397 | 359 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 177 | 82 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 312 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 85 | 126 |
Connectivity of Purana
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purana
Where is Purana located?
Purana village is situated in Soro Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purana?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana is Saud (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 756042, 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 756, with 397 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purana village has a total of 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purana is 72.09%. The male literacy rate is 78.59%, while the female literacy rate is 64.90%.