Puranakalan
Puranakalan is a village located in Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. Sonbhadra and Robertsganj are the district & sub-district headquarters of Puranakalan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Puranakalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puranakalan unique in its vibrant Robertsganj-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Puranakalan’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 Puranakalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puranakalan is 213758. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.77 hectares. Ravartas Ganj is nearest town to Puranakalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Puranakalan
Population of Puranakalan
According to the 2011 Census, Puranakalan has a total population of about 722, with approximately 383 males and 339 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 123 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 76. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.11%, with male literacy at about 68.67% and female literacy near 50.44%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puranakalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 722 | 383 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 263 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 288 | 120 | 168 |
Connectivity of Puranakalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puranakalan. As per the 2011 stats, Puranakalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puranakalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Puranakalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puranakalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puranakalan
- Where is Puranakalan located?
- Puranakalan village is situated in Robertsganj Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puranakalan?
- Puranakalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Puranakalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puranakalan is 722, with 383 males and 339 females.
- How many households are there in Puranakalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puranakalan village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puranakalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puranakalan is 60.11%. The male literacy rate is 68.67%, while the female literacy rate is 50.44%.