Purash
About Purash
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purash village is 332652. Purash village is located in Amta I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.6km away from sub-district headquarter Amta (tehsildar office) and 33.6km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Kanpur is the gram panchayat of Purash village.
The total geographical area of village is 139.76 hectares. Purash has a total population of 2,150 peoples, out of which male population is 1,081 while female population is 1,069. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 988 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purash village is 73.53% out of which 78.08% males and 68.94% females are literate. There are about 447 houses in purash village.
When it comes to administration, Purash 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, Purash village comes under Udaynarayanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency. Howrah is nearest town to purash village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Purash
The population details of Purash 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 | 2,150 | 1,081 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 201 | 101 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 442 | 218 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,581 | 844 | 737 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 237 | 332 |
Connectivity of Purash
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purash
Where is Purash located?
Purash village is situated in Amta I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purash?
The Gram Panchayat of Purash is Kanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Purash as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purash is 2,150, with 1,081 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Purash as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purash village has a total of 447 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purash as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purash is 73.53%. The male literacy rate is 78.08%, while the female literacy rate is 68.94%.