Puraini Khurd - Piro, Bhojpur
Puraini Khurd is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 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 Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraini Khurd is 247326. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Puraini Khurd 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 Khurd
As per Census 2011, Puraini Khurd village has a total population of 234 people, consisting of 111 males and 123 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puraini Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 111 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 21 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 78 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 59 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 52 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Puraini Khurd
Puraini Khurd 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 Khurd
Puraini Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Puraini Khurd.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Puraini Khurd is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Puraini Khurd 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraini Khurd 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 Khurd
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 Khurd 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 Khurd
Where is Puraini Khurd located?
Puraini Khurd village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraini Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraini Khurd is Rajeyan.
What is the pincode of Puraini Khurd?
The pincode of Puraini Khurd is 802202.
What is the population of Puraini Khurd?
Puraini Khurd has a total population of 234, including 111 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Puraini Khurd?
There are 37 households in Puraini Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Puraini Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraini Khurd is 40.17%. Male literacy is 53.15% and female literacy is 28.46%.