Purakalan

Purakalan is a village located in Hathras tehsil of Mahamaya Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Hathras (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Mahamaya Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Pura Kala is the gram panchayat of Purakalan village.

Purakalan has its own place in the vibrant Mahamaya Nagar 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 Purakalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purakalan is 123260. The village spans a total geographical area of 287.3 hectares. Hathras is nearest town to Purakalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

When it comes to local governance, Purakalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sikandra rao Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hathras Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Purakalan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,180 1,129 1,051
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 370 194 176
Scheduled Castes (SC) 679 339 340
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,172 724 448
Illiterate Population 1,008 405 603

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

  • The total population of Purakalan village is around 2,180, including approximately 1,129 males and 1,051 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 370 children aged 0–6 years in Purakalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purakalan village has 679 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purakalan village is about 53.76%, with male literacy at 64.13% and female literacy at 42.63%.
  • There are around 354 households in Purakalan village.

Connectivity of Purakalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purakalan. As per the 2011 stats, Purakalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purakalan

Knowing the nearby villages of Purakalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purakalan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purakalan

Where is Purakalan located?
Purakalan village is situated in Hathras Tehsil, within the Mahamaya Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purakalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Purakalan is Pura Kala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Purakalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purakalan is 2,180, with 1,129 males and 1,051 females.
How many households are there in Purakalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purakalan village has a total of 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purakalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purakalan is 53.76%. The male literacy rate is 64.13%, while the female literacy rate is 42.63%.