Puranpara
About Puranpara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Puranpara village is 310642. Puranpara village is located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.9km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 41.6km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Gangarampur is the gram panchayat of Puranpara village.
The total geographical area of village is 156 hectares. Puranpara has a total population of 1,416 peoples, out of which male population is 708 while female population is 708. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of puranpara village is 70.06% out of which 74.58% males and 65.54% females are literate. There are about 350 houses in puranpara village. Pincode of puranpara village locality is 733124.
When it comes to administration, Puranpara 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, Puranpara village comes under Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to puranpara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Puranpara
The population details of Puranpara 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 | 1,416 | 708 | 708 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 180 | 80 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 230 | 115 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 992 | 528 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 180 | 244 |
Connectivity of Puranpara
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Puranpara
Where is Puranpara located?
Puranpara village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranpara is Gangarampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puranpara?
The pincode of Puranpara is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puranpara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puranpara is 1,416, with 708 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Puranpara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puranpara village has a total of 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puranpara is 70.06%. The male literacy rate is 74.58%, while the female literacy rate is 65.54%.