Purla

Purla is a village located in Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Umarkote (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Nabarangapur . As per 2009 stats, Kanakote is the gram panchayat of Purla village.

Here you can discover what makes Purla unique in its vibrant Umarkote-Nabarangapur region. You’ll see Purla’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 Purla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purla is 427415. The village spans a total geographical area of 1176 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764072. Umarkote is nearest town to Purla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Purla

According to the 2011 Census, Purla has a total population of about 3,020, with approximately 1,597 males and 1,423 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 521 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,370 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,239. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.03%, with male literacy at about 53.10% and female literacy near 35.98%. There are around 678 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,020 1,597 1,423
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 521 270 251
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,370 712 658
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,239 667 572
Literate Population 1,360 848 512
Illiterate Population 1,660 749 911

Connectivity of Purla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purla. As per the 2011 stats, Purla 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 Purla

Knowing the nearby villages of Purla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purla.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purla

Where is Purla located?
Purla village is situated in Umarkote Tehsil, within the Nabarangapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purla?
The Gram Panchayat of Purla is Kanakote (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purla?
The pincode of Purla is 764072, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purla is 3,020, with 1,597 males and 1,423 females.
How many households are there in Purla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purla village has a total of 678 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purla is 45.03%. The male literacy rate is 53.10%, while the female literacy rate is 35.98%.