Purulia

Purulia is a village located in Kharagpur Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Kharagpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Purulia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Paparara I is the gram panchayat of Purulia village.

Purulia has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Purulia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purulia is 341798. The village spans a total geographical area of 49.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721149. Kharagpur is nearest town to Purulia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Purulia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 100 44 56
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 14 8 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 73 32 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 17 6 11
Literate Population 78 33 45
Illiterate Population 22 11 11

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

  • The total population of Purulia village is around 100, including approximately 44 males and 56 females, with a sex ratio of 1272 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Purulia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purulia village has 73 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purulia village is about 78.00%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 80.36%.
  • There are around 31 households in Purulia village.

Connectivity of Purulia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purulia. As per the 2011 stats, Purulia 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purulia

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Purulia

Where is Purulia located?
Purulia village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purulia is Paparara I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purulia?
The pincode of Purulia is 721149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purulia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purulia is 100, with 44 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Purulia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purulia village has a total of 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purulia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purulia is 78.00%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 80.36%.