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.

Puragaon has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 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.

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Population of Puragaon

Below is a concise population overview of Puragaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Puragaon village is around 916, including approximately 466 males and 450 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Puragaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Puragaon village is about 63.10%, with male literacy at 71.46% and female literacy at 54.44%.
  • There are around 204 households in Puragaon village.

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.

Panigaon Sahajakana Chingedisar Padiagada Padiagaon Murlapadar Murjor Kuruguda Masigaon Talamala Atigaon

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%.