Purian Kalan
Purian Kalan is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Purian Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purian Kalan unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Purian Kalan’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 Purian Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purian Kalan is 028719. The village spans a total geographical area of 328 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143505. Batala is nearest town to Purian Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Purian Kalan
Population of Purian Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Purian Kalan has a total population of about 2,153, with approximately 1,129 males and 1,024 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 239 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 737 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.59%, with male literacy at about 65.46% and female literacy near 57.32%. There are around 420 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purian Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,153 | 1,129 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 130 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 737 | 394 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,326 | 739 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 390 | 437 |
Connectivity of Purian Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purian Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Purian Kalan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purian Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Purian Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purian Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purian Kalan
- Where is Purian Kalan located?
- Purian Kalan village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purian Kalan?
- Purian Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Purian Kalan?
- The pincode of Purian Kalan is 143505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purian Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purian Kalan is 2,153, with 1,129 males and 1,024 females.
- How many households are there in Purian Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purian Kalan village has a total of 420 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purian Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purian Kalan is 61.59%. The male literacy rate is 65.46%, while the female literacy rate is 57.32%.