Purana

Purana is a village located in Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Balikuda (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Alabol is the gram panchayat of Purana village.

Purana has its own place in the vibrant Jagatsinghapur 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 398262. The village spans a total geographical area of 54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Jagatsinghapur is nearest town to Purana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km 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 385 196 189
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 32 10 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 97 46 51
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 313 175 138
Illiterate Population 72 21 51

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

  • The total population of Purana village is around 385, including approximately 196 males and 189 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Purana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purana village has 97 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purana village is about 81.30%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 73.02%.
  • There are around 93 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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Purana

Where is Purana located?
Purana village is situated in Balikuda Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purana?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana is Alabol (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 754140, 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 385, with 196 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purana village has a total of 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purana is 81.30%. The male literacy rate is 89.29%, while the female literacy rate is 73.02%.