Purana

Purana is a village located in Salepur tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Salepur (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Mahana is the gram panchayat of Purana village.

Purana has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack 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 399675. The village spans a total geographical area of 118 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754201. Cuttack is nearest town to Purana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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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 1,241 645 596
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 115 63 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 212 107 105
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 996 557 439
Illiterate Population 245 88 157

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

  • The total population of Purana village is around 1,241, including approximately 645 males and 596 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Purana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purana village has 212 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purana village is about 80.26%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 73.66%.
  • There are around 298 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 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.

Balisamala 2 Patana Balisamala 1 Hirapur Ramakrushnapur Balabhadrapur Mahana Sankarapur Basudeipur Karimabad Balia

Frequently Asked Questions about Purana

Where is Purana located?
Purana village is situated in Salepur Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purana?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana is Mahana (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 754201, 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 1,241, with 645 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purana village has a total of 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purana is 80.26%. The male literacy rate is 86.36%, while the female literacy rate is 73.66%.