Chand Purana
Chand Purana is a village located in Bagha Purana tehsil of Moga district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bagha Purana (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Moga. As per 2009 stats, Chand Purana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chand Purana unique in its vibrant Bagha Purana-Moga region. You’ll see Chand Purana’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 Chand Purana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chand Purana is 033989. The village spans a total geographical area of 660.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142038. Bagha Purana is nearest town to Chand Purana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Chand Purana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhagha Purana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chand Purana
Population of Chand Purana
According to the 2011 Census, Chand Purana has a total population of about 2,566, with approximately 1,377 males and 1,189 females. The sex ratio is around 863 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 301 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,279 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 57.05%, with male literacy at about 59.04% and female literacy near 54.75%. There are around 506 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chand Purana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,566 | 1,377 | 1,189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 175 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,279 | 690 | 589 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,464 | 813 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 564 | 538 |
Connectivity of Chand Purana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chand Purana. As per the 2011 stats, Chand Purana 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chand Purana
Knowing the nearby villages of Chand Purana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chand Purana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chand Purana
- Where is Chand Purana located?
- Chand Purana village is situated in Bagha Purana Tehsil, within the Moga district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chand Purana?
- Chand Purana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chand Purana?
- The pincode of Chand Purana is 142038, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chand Purana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chand Purana is 2,566, with 1,377 males and 1,189 females.
- How many households are there in Chand Purana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chand Purana village has a total of 506 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chand Purana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chand Purana is 57.05%. The male literacy rate is 59.04%, while the female literacy rate is 54.75%.