Purunia

Purunia is a village located in Barjora subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.1km away from sub-district headquarter Barjora. Bankura is the district headquarter of Purunia village. As per 2009 stats, Godardihi is the gram panchayat of Purunia village.

Purunia has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Purunia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purunia is 327268. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722203. Durgapur is nearest town to Purunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Purunia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 502 258 244
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 62 29 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 65 30 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 377 217 160
Illiterate Population 125 41 84

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

  • The total population of Purunia village is around 502, including approximately 258 males and 244 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Purunia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purunia village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purunia village is about 75.10%, with male literacy at 84.11% and female literacy at 65.57%.
  • There are around 94 households in Purunia village.

Connectivity of Purunia

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

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

Nearby Villages of Purunia

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

Kanta Band Belianarayanpur Harekrishnapur Dadhimukha Gopkande Sangrampur Lakshminarayanpur Bahara Khuliya Gangadharpur Kalpaini Banshol

Frequently Asked Questions about Purunia

Where is Purunia located?
Purunia village is situated in Barjora Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunia is Godardihi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purunia?
The pincode of Purunia is 722203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purunia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purunia is 502, with 258 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Purunia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purunia village has a total of 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purunia is 75.10%. The male literacy rate is 84.11%, while the female literacy rate is 65.57%.