Puranpur
Puranpur is a village located in Kanpur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Kanpur Sadar (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kanpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Puranpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puranpur unique in its vibrant Kanpur-Kanpur Nagar 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 150544. The village spans a total geographical area of 396.69 hectares. Kanpur Nagar is nearest town to Puranpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Puranpur
Population of Puranpur
According to the 2011 Census, Puranpur has a total population of about 3,415, with approximately 1,838 males and 1,577 females. The sex ratio is around 857 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 439 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 738 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 73.00%, with male literacy at about 79.00% and female literacy near 66.01%. There are around 668 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 | 3,415 | 1,838 | 1,577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 250 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 738 | 392 | 346 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,493 | 1,452 | 1,041 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 386 | 536 |
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 |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puranpur
- Where is Puranpur located?
- Puranpur village is situated in Kanpur Tehsil, within the Kanpur Nagar 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 3,415, with 1,838 males and 1,577 females.
- How many households are there in Puranpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puranpur village has a total of 668 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puranpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puranpur is 73.00%. The male literacy rate is 79.00%, while the female literacy rate is 66.01%.