Puria
Puria is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Bhawanipur is the gram panchayat of Puria village.
Here you can discover what makes Puria unique in its vibrant Barsoi-Katihar region. You’ll see Puria’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puria is 224971. The village spans a total geographical area of 94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 855102. Katihar is nearest town to Puria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Puria
Population of Puria
According to the 2011 Census, Puria has a total population of about 1,710, with approximately 891 males and 819 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 317 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.94%, with male literacy at about 43.21% and female literacy near 38.46%. There are around 360 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puria's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,710 | 891 | 819 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 158 | 159 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 700 | 385 | 315 |
Illiterate Population | 1,010 | 506 | 504 |
Connectivity of Puria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puria. As per the 2011 stats, Puria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puria
Knowing the nearby villages of Puria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puria
- Where is Puria located?
- Puria village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puria is Bhawanipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puria?
- The pincode of Puria is 855102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puria is 1,710, with 891 males and 819 females.
- How many households are there in Puria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puria village has a total of 360 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puria is 40.94%. The male literacy rate is 43.21%, while the female literacy rate is 38.46%.