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.
Puara has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Puara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puara village:
- The total population of Puara village is around 3,900, including approximately 2,008 males and 1,892 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 601 children aged 0–6 years in Puara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Puara village has 1,082 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 441 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Puara village is about 55.51%, with male literacy at 65.24% and female literacy at 45.19%.
- There are around 676 households in Puara village.
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%.