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.

Here you can discover what makes Purakalan unique in its vibrant Hathras-Mahamaya Nagar region. You’ll see Purakalan’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Purakalan has a total population of about 2,180, with approximately 1,129 males and 1,051 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 370 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 679 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 53.76%, with male literacy at about 64.13% and female literacy near 42.63%. There are around 354 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purakalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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%.