Purulia

Purulia is a village located in Bhagawanpur Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Mugberia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Purulia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Arjunnagar is the gram panchayat of Purulia village.

Purulia has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 345327. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721456. Contai is nearest town to Purulia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km 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 488 249 239
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 23 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 88 45 43
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 412 222 190
Illiterate Population 76 27 49

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

  • The total population of Purulia village is around 488, including approximately 249 males and 239 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Purulia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purulia village has 88 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purulia village is about 84.43%, with male literacy at 89.16% and female literacy at 79.50%.
  • There are around 125 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ 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.

Shibrampur Naya Basan Urf Dhaipukhuria Agar Mulda Uttar Bamunia Kanuria Arjjun Nagar Uttar Mahishda Dakshin Mahishda Kumirajor Baharampur Khejur Gechhia

Frequently Asked Questions about Purulia

Where is Purulia located?
Purulia village is situated in Bhagawanpur Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purulia is Arjunnagar (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 721456, 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 488, with 249 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Purulia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purulia village has a total of 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purulia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purulia is 84.43%. The male literacy rate is 89.16%, while the female literacy rate is 79.50%.