Purunia
About Purunia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purunia village is 319704. Purunia village is located in Manteswar subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.7km away from sub-district headquarter Manteswar. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Purunia village. As per 2009 stats, Mamudpur I is the gram panchayat of Purunia village.
The total geographical area of village is 112.55 hectares. Purunia has a total population of 1,433 peoples, out of which male population is 723 while female population is 710. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 982 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purunia village is 76.06% out of which 79.94% males and 72.11% females are literate. There are about 300 houses in purunia village. Pincode of purunia village locality is 713422.
When it comes to administration, Purunia 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, Purunia village comes under Monteswar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bardhaman - Durgapur Lok Sabha constituency. Burdwan is nearest town to purunia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
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Population of Purunia
The population details of Purunia 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 | 1,433 | 723 | 710 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 159 | 72 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,090 | 578 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 145 | 198 |
Connectivity of Purunia
| 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 Purunia
Where is Purunia located?
Purunia village is situated in Manteswar Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purunia is Mamudpur I (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 713422, 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 1,433, with 723 males and 710 females.
How many households are there in Purunia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purunia village has a total of 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purunia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purunia is 76.06%. The male literacy rate is 79.94%, while the female literacy rate is 72.11%.