Purat
About Purat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purat village is 325250. Purat village is located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.7km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 25.7km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Makalpur is the gram panchayat of Purat village.
The total geographical area of village is 83.73 hectares. Purat has a total population of 736 peoples, out of which male population is 373 while female population is 363. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 973 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purat village is 70.92% out of which 80.70% males and 60.88% females are literate. There are about 163 houses in purat village.
When it comes to administration, Purat 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, Purat village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Chinsurah is nearest town to purat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Purat
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 736 | 373 | 363 |
| Children (0-6) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 125 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 147 | 69 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 301 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 72 | 142 |
Connectivity of Purat
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Purat
Frequently Asked Questions about Purat
Where is Purat located?
Purat village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purat?
The Gram Panchayat of Purat is Makalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Purat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purat is 736, with 373 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Purat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purat village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purat is 70.92%. The male literacy rate is 80.70%, while the female literacy rate is 60.88%.