Purana
Purana is a village located in Biridi tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Biridi (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Puran is the gram panchayat of Purana village.
Here you can discover what makes Purana unique in its vibrant Biridi-Jagatsinghapur region. You’ll see Purana’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 Purana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purana is 398097. The village spans a total geographical area of 263 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Jagatsinghapur is nearest town to Purana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Purana
Population of Purana
According to the 2011 Census, Purana has a total population of about 2,146, with approximately 1,106 males and 1,040 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 211 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 976 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.23%, with male literacy at about 82.73% and female literacy near 69.33%. There are around 536 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,146 | 1,106 | 1,040 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 103 | 108 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 976 | 504 | 472 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Literate Population | 1,636 | 915 | 721 |
Illiterate Population | 510 | 191 | 319 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purana
- Where is Purana located?
- Purana village is situated in Biridi Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purana is Puran (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 2,146, with 1,106 males and 1,040 females.
- How many households are there in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purana village has a total of 536 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purana is 76.23%. The male literacy rate is 82.73%, while the female literacy rate is 69.33%.