Purana
Purana is a village located in Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Robertsganj (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Purana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purana unique in its vibrant Robertsganj-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Purana’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 Purana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purana is 213491. The village spans a total geographical area of 213.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231216. Sonbhadra is nearest town to Purana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Purana
Population of Purana
According to the 2011 Census, Purana has a total population of about 1,293, with approximately 653 males and 640 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 206 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 266 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 55.84%, with male literacy at about 68.15% and female literacy near 43.28%. There are around 244 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,293 | 653 | 640 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 98 | 108 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 135 | 131 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 722 | 445 | 277 |
Illiterate Population | 571 | 208 | 363 |
Connectivity of Purana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purana. As per the 2011 stats, Purana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purana
Knowing the nearby villages of Purana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purana
- Where is Purana located?
- Purana village is situated in Robertsganj Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purana?
- Purana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Purana?
- The pincode of Purana is 231216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purana is 1,293, with 653 males and 640 females.
- How many households are there in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purana village has a total of 244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purana is 55.84%. The male literacy rate is 68.15%, while the female literacy rate is 43.28%.