Pura Kalan - Talbehat, Lalitpur
Pura Kalan is a village situated in the Talbehat tehsil of Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talbehat and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Lalitpur. Pura Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pura Kalan is 152913. The village covers a total geographical area of 2290.67 hectares and falls under the 284126 pincode. Talbehat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pura Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lalitpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pura Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Pura Kalan village had a total population of 7,937 people, including 4,210 males and 3,727 females, living in 1,468 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.19%, with male literacy at 64.56% and female literacy at 42.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,353, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 589.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,937 | 4,210 | 3,727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,465 | 759 | 706 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,353 | 696 | 657 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 589 | 316 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 3,507 | 2,228 | 1,279 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,430 | 1,982 | 2,448 |
Nearby Villages of Pura Kalan
Pura Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pura Kalan
Pura Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talbehat to Pura Kalan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lalitpur to Pura Kalan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pura Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pura Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pura Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pura Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pura Kalan
Where is Pura Kalan located?
Pura Kalan village is located in Talbehat Tehsil, Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pura Kalan?
Pura Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pura Kalan?
The pincode of Pura Kalan is 284126.
What is the population of Pura Kalan?
Pura Kalan had a total population of 7,937, including 4,210 males and 3,727 females.
How many households are there in Pura Kalan?
Pura Kalan had 1,468 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pura Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pura Kalan was 54.19%. Male literacy was 64.56% and female literacy was 42.34%.