Purana
About Purana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purana village is 316801. Purana village is located in Mohammad Bazar subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.4km away from sub-district headquarter Patalnagar. Suri is the district headquarter of Purana village. As per 2009 stats, Kapista is the gram panchayat of Purana village.
The total geographical area of village is 222.57 hectares. Purana has a total population of 619 peoples, out of which male population is 308 while female population is 311. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1009 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purana village is 46.20% out of which 60.39% males and 32.15% females are literate. There are about 128 houses in purana village. Pincode of purana village locality is 731132.
When it comes to administration, Purana 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, Purana village comes under Rampurhat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency. Suri is nearest town to purana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Purana
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 619 | 308 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 186 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 122 | 211 |
Connectivity of Purana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 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 Purana
Where is Purana located?
Purana village is situated in Mohammad Bazar Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purana?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana is Kapista (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purana?
The pincode of Purana is 731132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purana is 619, with 308 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purana village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purana is 46.20%. The male literacy rate is 60.39%, while the female literacy rate is 32.15%.