Puria

Puria is a village located in Bansihari subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.1km away from sub-district headquarter Buniadpur. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Puria village. As per 2009 stats, Mahabari is the gram panchayat of Puria village.

Puria has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 Puria

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puria is 311723. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733121. Gangarampur is nearest town to Puria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Puria

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 531 269 262
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 67 37 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 72 34 38
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 275 143 132
Illiterate Population 256 126 130

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

  • The total population of Puria village is around 531, including approximately 269 males and 262 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Puria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puria village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Puria village is about 51.79%, with male literacy at 53.16% and female literacy at 50.38%.
  • There are around 128 households in Puria village.

Connectivity of Puria

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puria. As per the 2011 stats, Puria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Puria

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

Balipukur Samaspur Krishnapur Panjarpara Mahabari Habeli Shyampur Ghasipur Sarai Subarna Sarai Chenra

Frequently Asked Questions about Puria

Where is Puria located?
Puria village is situated in Bansihari Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puria?
The Gram Panchayat of Puria is Mahabari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puria?
The pincode of Puria is 733121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puria is 531, with 269 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Puria as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puria village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puria as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puria is 51.79%. The male literacy rate is 53.16%, while the female literacy rate is 50.38%.