Purena
Purena is a village located in Padmapur tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Padmapur (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Purena village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purena unique in its vibrant Padmapur-Bargarh region. You’ll see Purena’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Purena
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purena is 379966. The village spans a total geographical area of 655 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768033. Padmapur is nearest town to Purena village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Purena
Population of Purena
According to the 2011 Census, Purena has a total population of about 1,735, with approximately 866 males and 869 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 202 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 194 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 589. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.72%, with male literacy at about 79.79% and female literacy near 61.68%. There are around 432 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purena's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,735 | 866 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 110 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 92 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 589 | 302 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 691 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 175 | 333 |
Connectivity of Purena
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purena. As per the 2011 stats, Purena 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purena
Knowing the nearby villages of Purena helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purena.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purena
- Where is Purena located?
- Purena village is situated in Padmapur Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purena?
- Purena serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Purena?
- The pincode of Purena is 768033, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purena is 1,735, with 866 males and 869 females.
- How many households are there in Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purena village has a total of 432 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purena as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purena is 70.72%. The male literacy rate is 79.79%, while the female literacy rate is 61.68%.