Puranpur

Puranpur is a village located in Kerakat tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kerakat (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Puranpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Puranpur has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur 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 203227. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.55 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Puranpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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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 960 436 524
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 108 41 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 192 92 100
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 623 332 291
Illiterate Population 337 104 233

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

  • The total population of Puranpur village is around 960, including approximately 436 males and 524 females, with a sex ratio of 1201 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Puranpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puranpur village has 192 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Puranpur village is about 64.90%, with male literacy at 76.15% and female literacy at 55.53%.
  • There are around 159 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 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.

Pithapur Sarai Maksud Hasanpur Khargasipur Padampur Charanadih Chak Jamin Khatahara Bhaura Rampur Kusaila

Frequently Asked Questions about Puranpur

Where is Puranpur located?
Puranpur village is situated in Kerakat Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranpur?
Puranpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Puranpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puranpur is 960, with 436 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Puranpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puranpur village has a total of 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puranpur is 64.90%. The male literacy rate is 76.15%, while the female literacy rate is 55.53%.