Puriha

Puriha is a village located in Khandaghosh subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.1km away from sub-district headquarter Sagrai. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Puriha village. As per 2009 stats, Sagrhai is the gram panchayat of Puriha village.

Puriha has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Puriha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puriha is 320936. The village spans a total geographical area of 81.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713423. Burdwan is nearest town to Puriha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Puriha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 930 487 443
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 118 57 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 166 86 80
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 109 57 52
Literate Population 694 389 305
Illiterate Population 236 98 138

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

  • The total population of Puriha village is around 930, including approximately 487 males and 443 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Puriha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puriha village has 166 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 109 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puriha village is about 74.62%, with male literacy at 79.88% and female literacy at 68.85%.
  • There are around 197 households in Puriha village.

Connectivity of Puriha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puriha. As per the 2011 stats, Puriha 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 Puriha

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Puriha

Where is Puriha located?
Puriha village is situated in Khandaghosh Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puriha?
The Gram Panchayat of Puriha is Sagrhai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puriha?
The pincode of Puriha is 713423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puriha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puriha is 930, with 487 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Puriha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puriha village has a total of 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puriha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puriha is 74.62%. The male literacy rate is 79.88%, while the female literacy rate is 68.85%.