Purainiyan - Nawanagar, Buxar
Purainiyan is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Babu Ganj English serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purainiyan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purainiyan is 248865. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Purainiyan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purainiyan
According to the 2011 Census, Purainiyan village had a total population of 258 people, including 148 males and 110 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 743 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.32%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 148 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 99 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 49 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Purainiyan
Purainiyan 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 Purainiyan
Purainiyan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Purainiyan is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Purainiyan is about 32 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 Purainiyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purainiyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purainiyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purainiyan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purainiyan
Where is Purainiyan located?
Purainiyan village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purainiyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Purainiyan is Babu Ganj English.
What is the pincode of Purainiyan?
The pincode of Purainiyan is 802129.
What is the population of Purainiyan?
Purainiyan had a total population of 258, including 148 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Purainiyan?
Purainiyan had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purainiyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purainiyan was 68.32%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 48.15%.