Puraina

Puraina is a village located in Manjha subdivision of Gopalganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Manjha (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Gopalganj. As per 2009 stats, Puraina village is also a gram panchayat.

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 231023. The village spans a total geographical area of 159 hectares. Gopalganj is nearest town to Puraina village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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 1,940 905 1,035
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 376 182 194
Scheduled Castes (SC) 288 141 147
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 144 62 82
Literate Population 853 498 355
Illiterate Population 1,087 407 680

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

  • The total population of Puraina village is around 1,940, including approximately 905 males and 1,035 females, with a sex ratio of 1143 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 376 children aged 0–6 years in Puraina village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puraina village has 288 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 144 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puraina village is about 43.97%, with male literacy at 55.03% and female literacy at 34.30%.
  • There are around 318 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 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.

Bhatwalia Sareya Pathra Tola Pathra Jhajhwa Pathan Patti Bhainsahi Diara Isapur Isapur Diara Bishunpura Mangraha

Frequently Asked Questions about Puraina

Where is Puraina located?
Puraina village is situated in Manjha Subdivision, within the Gopalganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraina?
Puraina serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puraina is 1,940, with 905 males and 1,035 females.
How many households are there in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puraina village has a total of 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puraina is 43.97%. The male literacy rate is 55.03%, while the female literacy rate is 34.30%.