Purangan
About Purangan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purangan village is 319928. Purangan village is located in Galsi I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 24.2km away from sub-district headquarter Galsi. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Purangan village. As per 2009 stats, Serorai is the gram panchayat of Purangan village.
The total geographical area of village is 353.28 hectares. Purangan has a total population of 3,049 peoples, out of which male population is 1,592 while female population is 1,457. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 915 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purangan village is 60.91% out of which 65.14% males and 56.28% females are literate. There are about 731 houses in purangan village. Pincode of purangan village locality is 713428.
Burdwan is nearest town to purangan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Purangan
The population details of Purangan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,049 | 1,592 | 1,457 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 299 | 166 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 812 | 429 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 1,857 | 1,037 | 820 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 555 | 637 |
Connectivity of Purangan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purangan
Where is Purangan located?
Purangan village is situated in Galsi I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purangan?
The Gram Panchayat of Purangan is Serorai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purangan?
The pincode of Purangan is 713428, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purangan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purangan is 3,049, with 1,592 males and 1,457 females.
How many households are there in Purangan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purangan village has a total of 731 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purangan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purangan is 60.91%. The male literacy rate is 65.14%, while the female literacy rate is 56.28%.