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.

Purkhas has its own place in the vibrant Kaushambi 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 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.

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Population of Purkhas

Below is a concise population overview of Purkhas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Purkhas village is around 8,967, including approximately 4,748 males and 4,219 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,631 children aged 0–6 years in Purkhas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purkhas village has 3,089 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purkhas village is about 53.93%, with male literacy at 62.19% and female literacy at 44.63%.
  • There are around 1,503 households in Purkhas village.

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.

Mustfabad Munjabata Usmanpur Bighra Banthri Akbarabad Khanpur Khas Sihorwa Chak Paihna Hazipur Benpur Khas Kataieya Shyampur Urf Malhaipur

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%.