Puraini Buzurg - Piro, Bhojpur
Puraini Buzurg is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Rajeyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraini Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraini Buzurg is 247325. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Puraini Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puraini Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Puraini Buzurg village has a total population of 1,000 people, consisting of 522 males and 478 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 723 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puraini Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,000 | 522 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 78 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 417 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 105 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Puraini Buzurg
Puraini Buzurg is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puraini Buzurg
Puraini Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Puraini Buzurg.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Piro to Puraini Buzurg is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Puraini Buzurg is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puraini Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraini Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puraini Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraini Buzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puraini Buzurg
Where is Puraini Buzurg located?
Puraini Buzurg village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraini Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraini Buzurg is Rajeyan.
What is the pincode of Puraini Buzurg?
The pincode of Puraini Buzurg is 802202.
What is the population of Puraini Buzurg?
Puraini Buzurg has a total population of 1,000, including 522 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Puraini Buzurg?
There are 113 households in Puraini Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Puraini Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraini Buzurg is 72.30%. Male literacy is 79.89% and female literacy is 64.02%.