Purulia

Purulia is a village located in Potashpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Amarshi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Purulia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Barhat 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 345007. The village spans a total geographical area of 49.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721454. Egra is nearest town to Purulia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km 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 472 252 220
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 23 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 396 215 181
Illiterate Population 76 37 39

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

  • The total population of Purulia village is around 472, including approximately 252 males and 220 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Purulia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Purulia village is about 83.90%, with male literacy at 85.32% and female literacy at 82.27%.
  • There are around 109 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 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Purulia

Where is Purulia located?
Purulia village is situated in Potashpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purulia is Barhat (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 721454, 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 472, with 252 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Purulia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purulia village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purulia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purulia is 83.90%. The male literacy rate is 85.32%, while the female literacy rate is 82.27%.