Purhara

Purhara is a village located in Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sahar (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Chouri is the gram panchayat of Purhara village.

Purhara has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur 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 Purhara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purhara is 247765. The village spans a total geographical area of 214 hectares. Arwal is nearest town to Purhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Purhara

Below is a concise population overview of Purhara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,801 895 906
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 321 152 169
Scheduled Castes (SC) 337 175 162
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,002 595 407
Illiterate Population 799 300 499

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purhara village:

  • The total population of Purhara village is around 1,801, including approximately 895 males and 906 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 321 children aged 0–6 years in Purhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purhara village has 337 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purhara village is about 55.64%, with male literacy at 66.48% and female literacy at 44.92%.
  • There are around 330 households in Purhara village.

Connectivity of Purhara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purhara. As per the 2011 stats, Purhara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Purhara

Knowing the nearby villages of Purhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purhara.

Sakhuana Chak Chaudhari Kanpahari Amruhan Kusiar Nima Koriar Bagaunti Bahuara Koni Chauri

Frequently Asked Questions about Purhara

Where is Purhara located?
Purhara village is situated in Sahar Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Purhara is Chouri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Purhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purhara is 1,801, with 895 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Purhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purhara village has a total of 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purhara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purhara is 55.64%. The male literacy rate is 66.48%, while the female literacy rate is 44.92%.