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.
Here you can discover what makes Puranpur unique in its vibrant Kerakat-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Puranpur’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 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.
Google Map of Puranpur
Population of Puranpur
According to the 2011 Census, Puranpur has a total population of about 960, with approximately 436 males and 524 females. The sex ratio is around 1201 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 192 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 64.90%, with male literacy at about 76.15% and female literacy near 55.53%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puranpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.