Purau Pur
Purau Pur is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Purau Pur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purau Pur unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Purau Pur’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 Purau Pur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purau Pur is 201253. The village spans a total geographical area of 115.93 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Purau Pur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.
Google Map of Purau Pur
Population of Purau Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Purau Pur has a total population of about 1,035, with approximately 503 males and 532 females. The sex ratio is around 1057 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 385 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 61.74%, with male literacy at about 72.56% and female literacy near 51.50%. There are around 167 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purau Pur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,035 | 503 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 66 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 203 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 639 | 365 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 138 | 258 |
Connectivity of Purau Pur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purau Pur. As per the 2011 stats, Purau Pur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purau Pur
Knowing the nearby villages of Purau Pur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purau Pur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purau Pur
- Where is Purau Pur located?
- Purau Pur village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purau Pur?
- Purau Pur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Purau Pur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purau Pur is 1,035, with 503 males and 532 females.
- How many households are there in Purau Pur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purau Pur village has a total of 167 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purau Pur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purau Pur is 61.74%. The male literacy rate is 72.56%, while the female literacy rate is 51.50%.