Puraina

Puraina is a village located in Chausa subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chausa (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Sikraul is the gram panchayat of Puraina village.

Puraina has its own place in the vibrant Buxar 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 Puraina

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puraina is 248375. The village spans a total geographical area of 176 hectares. Buxar is nearest town to Puraina village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Puraina

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 284 158 126
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 25 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 155 98 57
Illiterate Population 129 60 69

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

  • The total population of Puraina village is around 284, including approximately 158 males and 126 females, with a sex ratio of 797 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Puraina village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Puraina village is about 54.58%, with male literacy at 62.03% and female literacy at 45.24%.
  • There are around 36 households in Puraina village.

Connectivity of Puraina

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puraina. As per the 2011 stats, Puraina 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Puraina

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

Rajapur Goshainpur Kathtar Jalilpur Sonpa Isapur Nawar Sauri Paliya Kharagpura Hinguhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Puraina

Where is Puraina located?
Puraina village is situated in Chausa Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraina?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraina is Sikraul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puraina is 284, with 158 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puraina village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puraina is 54.58%. The male literacy rate is 62.03%, while the female literacy rate is 45.24%.