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.

Purana has its own place in the vibrant Sonbhadra 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 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.

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Population of Purana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Purana village is around 1,293, including approximately 653 males and 640 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 206 children aged 0–6 years in Purana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purana village has 266 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purana village is about 55.84%, with male literacy at 68.15% and female literacy at 43.28%.
  • There are around 244 households in Purana village.

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)
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.

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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%.