Purani

Purani is a village located in Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Puraini (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Madhepura. As per 2009 stats, Puraini is the gram panchayat of Purani village.

Purani has its own place in the vibrant Madhepura 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 Purani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purani is 226151. The village spans a total geographical area of 859 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852116. Murliganj is nearest town to Purani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.

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Population of Purani

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 12,036 6,285 5,751
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,334 1,212 1,122
Scheduled Castes (SC) 317 178 139
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 5,576 3,375 2,201
Illiterate Population 6,460 2,910 3,550

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

  • The total population of Purani village is around 12,036, including approximately 6,285 males and 5,751 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,334 children aged 0–6 years in Purani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purani village has 317 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purani village is about 46.33%, with male literacy at 53.70% and female literacy at 38.27%.
  • There are around 2,315 households in Purani village.

Connectivity of Purani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purani. As per the 2011 stats, Purani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Purani

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

Karaman Ganeshpur Madantha Milik Puraini Milik Amanat Sarkar Bagahra Nazar Ali Milik Durgapur Arazi Puraini Bansgopal Narda Nardeh

Frequently Asked Questions about Purani

Where is Purani located?
Purani village is situated in Puraini Subdivision, within the Madhepura district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purani is Puraini (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purani?
The pincode of Purani is 852116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purani is 12,036, with 6,285 males and 5,751 females.
How many households are there in Purani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purani village has a total of 2,315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purani is 46.33%. The male literacy rate is 53.70%, while the female literacy rate is 38.27%.