Puara
Puara is a village located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.9km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 19.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Puara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puara unique in its vibrant Arsha-Puruliya region. You’ll see Puara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puara is 331236. The village spans a total geographical area of 658.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723153. Purulia is nearest town to Puara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Puara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Balarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puara
Population of Puara
According to the 2011 Census, Puara has a total population of about 3,900, with approximately 2,008 males and 1,892 females. The sex ratio is around 942 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 601 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,082 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 441. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.51%, with male literacy at about 65.24% and female literacy near 45.19%. There are around 676 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,900 | 2,008 | 1,892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 601 | 321 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,082 | 570 | 512 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 226 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 2,165 | 1,310 | 855 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,735 | 698 | 1,037 |
Connectivity of Puara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puara. As per the 2011 stats, Puara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puara
Knowing the nearby villages of Puara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puara
- Where is Puara located?
- Puara village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puara?
- Puara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puara?
- The pincode of Puara is 723153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puara is 3,900, with 2,008 males and 1,892 females.
- How many households are there in Puara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puara village has a total of 676 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puara is 55.51%. The male literacy rate is 65.24%, while the female literacy rate is 45.19%.