Purini - Allur, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Purini is a village situated in the Allur mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Purini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purini is 591887. The village covers a total geographical area of 1365 hectares and falls under the 524315 pincode. Nellore is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Purini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purini
As per Census 2011, Purini village has a total population of 3,001 people, consisting of 1,516 males and 1,485 females. The village has 897 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,626 literate and 1,375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 898 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 660 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,001 | 1,516 | 1,485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 144 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 898 | 453 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 660 | 341 | 319 |
| Literate Population | 1,626 | 910 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,375 | 606 | 769 |
Nearby Villages of Purini
Purini is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Indupuru | West | 2.56 km |
| Dandigunta | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Dampuru | South | 3.61 km |
| Allur | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Gogulapalle | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Anathabotlavari Khandrika | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Beeramgunta | South-West | 4.67 km |
| North Mopuru | West | 5.27 km |
| Vavilla | South | 5.36 km |
| Kalambotlavari Khandrika | South-West | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purini
Purini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talamanchi, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nellore to Purini is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Purini is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purini
Where is Purini located?
Purini village is located in Allur Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purini?
Purini is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purini?
The pincode of Purini is 524315.
What is the population of Purini?
Purini has a total population of 3,001, including 1,516 males and 1,485 females.
How many households are there in Purini?
There are 897 households in Purini.
What is the literacy rate in Purini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purini is 54.18%. Male literacy is 60.03% and female literacy is 48.22%.