Puranpur

Puranpur is a village located in Jalandhar I tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Jalandhar - I (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Puran Pur is the gram panchayat of Puranpur village.

Puranpur has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar 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 Puranpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puranpur is 030351. The village spans a total geographical area of 165 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144005. Jalandhar is nearest town to Puranpur village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Puranpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,135 585 550
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 115 60 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 757 388 369
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 838 455 383
Illiterate Population 297 130 167

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

  • The total population of Puranpur village is around 1,135, including approximately 585 males and 550 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Puranpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puranpur village has 757 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Puranpur village is about 73.83%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 69.64%.
  • There are around 229 households in Puranpur village.

Connectivity of Puranpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puranpur. As per the 2011 stats, Puranpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Puranpur

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

Chander Sain Dhada Hazara Nangal Shama Bhojowal Mazaffarpur Patara Chandpur Kanuni Talhan Salempur Masandan

Frequently Asked Questions about Puranpur

Where is Puranpur located?
Puranpur village is situated in Jalandhar I Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranpur is Puran Pur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puranpur?
The pincode of Puranpur is 144005, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puranpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puranpur is 1,135, with 585 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Puranpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puranpur village has a total of 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puranpur is 73.83%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 69.64%.