Purulia
About Purulia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purulia village is 319739. Purulia village is located in Manteswar subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.6km away from sub-district headquarter Manteswar. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Purulia village. As per 2009 stats, Majhergram is the gram panchayat of Purulia village.
The total geographical area of village is 110.17 hectares. Purulia has a total population of 486 peoples, out of which male population is 245 while female population is 241. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 983 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purulia village is 76.95% out of which 84.08% males and 69.71% females are literate. There are about 114 houses in purulia village. Pincode of purulia village locality is 713513.
When it comes to administration, Purulia village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purulia village comes under Monteswar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency. Memari is nearest town to purulia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Purulia
The population details of Purulia 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 | 486 | 245 | 241 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 203 | 100 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 206 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 39 | 73 |
Connectivity of Purulia
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purulia
Where is Purulia located?
Purulia village is situated in Manteswar Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purulia is Majhergram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purulia?
The pincode of Purulia is 713513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purulia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purulia is 486, with 245 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Purulia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purulia village has a total of 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purulia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purulia is 76.95%. The male literacy rate is 84.08%, while the female literacy rate is 69.71%.