Purohitpur
About Purohitpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purohitpur village is 399263. Purohitpur village is located in Choudwar tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Choudwar (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Agrahat is the gram panchayat of Purohitpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 144 hectares. Purohitpur has a total population of 317 peoples, out of which male population is 157 while female population is 160. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1019 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purohitpur village is 56.15% out of which 67.52% males and 45.00% females are literate. There are about 67 houses in purohitpur village. Pincode of purohitpur village locality is 754028.
When it comes to administration, Purohitpur 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, Purohitpur village comes under Choudwar-cuttack Vidhan Sabha constituency & Cuttack Lok Sabha constituency. Choudwar is nearest town to purohitpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Purohitpur
The population details of Purohitpur 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 | 317 | 157 | 160 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 43 | 17 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 221 | 108 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 106 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 51 | 88 |
Connectivity of Purohitpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purohitpur
Where is Purohitpur located?
Purohitpur village is situated in Choudwar Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purohitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purohitpur is Agrahat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purohitpur?
The pincode of Purohitpur is 754028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purohitpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purohitpur is 317, with 157 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Purohitpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purohitpur village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purohitpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purohitpur is 56.15%. The male literacy rate is 67.52%, while the female literacy rate is 45.00%.