Puraina - Minapur, Muzaffarpur
Puraina is a village situated in the Minapur subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Minapur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Mahdeiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraina is 228749. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 843128 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Puraina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Puraina
According to the 2011 Census, Puraina village had a total population of 574 people, including 290 males and 284 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.04%, with male literacy at 66.38% and female literacy at 53.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 574 | 290 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 156 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 134 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Puraina
Puraina 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 Puraina
Public transport in the Puraina 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 Muzaffarpur to Puraina is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puraina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Puraina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puraina
Where is Puraina located?
Puraina village is located in Minapur Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puraina?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraina is Mahdeiya.
What is the pincode of Puraina?
The pincode of Puraina is 843128.
What is the population of Puraina?
Puraina had a total population of 574, including 290 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Puraina?
Puraina had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraina was 60.04%. Male literacy was 66.38% and female literacy was 53.36%.