Puragaon
Puragaon is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Bhainriguda is the gram panchayat of Puragaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Puragaon unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Puragaon’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 Puragaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puragaon is 423702. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766014. Junagarh is nearest town to Puragaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Puragaon
Population of Puragaon
According to the 2011 Census, Puragaon has a total population of about 916, with approximately 466 males and 450 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.10%, with male literacy at about 71.46% and female literacy near 54.44%. There are around 204 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puragaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 466 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 62 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 578 | 333 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 133 | 205 |
Connectivity of Puragaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puragaon. As per the 2011 stats, Puragaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puragaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Puragaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puragaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puragaon
- Where is Puragaon located?
- Puragaon village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puragaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puragaon is Bhainriguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puragaon?
- The pincode of Puragaon is 766014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puragaon is 916, with 466 males and 450 females.
- How many households are there in Puragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puragaon village has a total of 204 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puragaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puragaon is 63.10%. The male literacy rate is 71.46%, while the female literacy rate is 54.44%.