Puraini - Gobindpur, Nawada
Puraini is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Sughri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraini is 257865. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 805126 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Puraini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puraini
As per Census 2011, Puraini village has a total population of 2,433 people, consisting of 1,221 males and 1,212 females. The village has 414 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,280 literate and 1,153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 647 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puraini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,433 | 1,221 | 1,212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 231 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 647 | 323 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 1,280 | 747 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,153 | 474 | 679 |
Nearby Villages of Puraini
Puraini 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 Puraini
Puraini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Puraini is about 22 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 Puraini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puraini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puraini
Where is Puraini located?
Puraini village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraini?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraini is Sughri.
What is the pincode of Puraini?
The pincode of Puraini is 805126.
What is the population of Puraini?
Puraini has a total population of 2,433, including 1,221 males and 1,212 females.
How many households are there in Puraini?
There are 414 households in Puraini.
What is the literacy rate in Puraini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraini is 52.61%. Male literacy is 61.18% and female literacy is 43.98%.