Purkhas
Purkhas is a village located in Chail tehsil of Kaushambi district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Chail (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Manjhanpur. As per 2009 stats, Purkhas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purkhas unique in its vibrant Chail-Kaushambi region. You’ll see Purkhas’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 Purkhas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purkhas is 160694. The village spans a total geographical area of 917.71 hectares. Chail is nearest town to Purkhas village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Purkhas
Population of Purkhas
According to the 2011 Census, Purkhas has a total population of about 8,967, with approximately 4,748 males and 4,219 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,631 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,089 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 53.93%, with male literacy at about 62.19% and female literacy near 44.63%. There are around 1,503 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purkhas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,967 | 4,748 | 4,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,631 | 812 | 819 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,089 | 1,645 | 1,444 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,836 | 2,953 | 1,883 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,131 | 1,795 | 2,336 |
Connectivity of Purkhas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purkhas. As per the 2011 stats, Purkhas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purkhas
Knowing the nearby villages of Purkhas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purkhas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purkhas
- Where is Purkhas located?
- Purkhas village is situated in Chail Tehsil, within the Kaushambi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purkhas?
- Purkhas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Purkhas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purkhas is 8,967, with 4,748 males and 4,219 females.
- How many households are there in Purkhas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purkhas village has a total of 1,503 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purkhas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purkhas is 53.93%. The male literacy rate is 62.19%, while the female literacy rate is 44.63%.