Purani - Puraini, Madhepura
Purani is a village situated in the Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraini and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Puraini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purani is 226151. The village covers a total geographical area of 859 hectares and falls under the 852116 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Purani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Purani
According to the 2011 Census, Purani village had a total population of 12,036 people, including 6,285 males and 5,751 females, living in 2,315 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.47%, with male literacy at 66.53% and female literacy at 47.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 317.
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 | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,576 | 3,375 | 2,201 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,460 | 2,910 | 3,550 |
Nearby Villages of Purani
Purani 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 Purani
Purani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Purani is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Purani is about 40 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 Purani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purani
Where is Purani located?
Purani village is located in Puraini Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purani?
The Gram Panchayat of Purani is Puraini.
What is the pincode of Purani?
The pincode of Purani is 852116.
What is the population of Purani?
Purani had a total population of 12,036, including 6,285 males and 5,751 females.
How many households are there in Purani?
Purani had 2,315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purani was 57.47%. Male literacy was 66.53% and female literacy was 47.55%.