Puraina

Puraina is a village located in Bijaipur subdivision of Gopalganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bijaipur (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Gopalganj. As per 2009 stats, Belwa is the gram panchayat of Puraina village.

Puraina has its own place in the vibrant Gopalganj 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 229891. The village spans a total geographical area of 100 hectares. Katia is nearest town to Puraina village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km 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 822 396 426
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 108 54 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 142 71 71
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 79 34 45
Literate Population 549 304 245
Illiterate Population 273 92 181

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

  • The total population of Puraina village is around 822, including approximately 396 males and 426 females, with a sex ratio of 1075 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Puraina village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puraina village has 142 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 79 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puraina village is about 66.79%, with male literacy at 76.77% and female literacy at 57.51%.
  • There are around 140 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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 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.

Amawa Hari Marpi Harpur Maheshpur Khajuha Khurd Pagra Khurd Bamhnauli Mathia Panrepur Belwa Bijuli Chak

Frequently Asked Questions about Puraina

Where is Puraina located?
Puraina village is situated in Bijaipur Subdivision, within the Gopalganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraina?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraina is Belwa (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 822, with 396 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puraina village has a total of 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puraina is 66.79%. The male literacy rate is 76.77%, while the female literacy rate is 57.51%.