Puraina Choube - Chanpatia, Pashchim Champaran
Puraina Choube is a village situated in the Chanpatia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanpatia and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bankat Puraina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraina Choube village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraina Choube is 217159. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.3 hectares and falls under the 845449 pincode. Chanpatia is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Puraina Choube village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puraina Choube
As per Census 2011, Puraina Choube village has a total population of 854 people, consisting of 442 males and 412 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puraina Choube are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 854 | 442 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 100 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 236 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 206 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Puraina Choube
Puraina Choube is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baudh Tola | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Karampatti | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Pokharia Ray | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Dhamaura | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Bankat | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Bindraban | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Lachhnauta | North | 3.25 km |
| Senduria | West | 3.43 km |
| Satwaria | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Lagunaha | South | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puraina Choube
Puraina Choube is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chanpatia, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanpatia to Puraina Choube is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Puraina Choube is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puraina Choube
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraina Choube village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puraina Choube
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 Choube 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puraina Choube
Where is Puraina Choube located?
Puraina Choube village is located in Chanpatia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraina Choube?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraina Choube is Bankat Puraina.
What is the pincode of Puraina Choube?
The pincode of Puraina Choube is 845449.
What is the population of Puraina Choube?
Puraina Choube has a total population of 854, including 442 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Puraina Choube?
There are 155 households in Puraina Choube.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina Choube?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraina Choube is 46.96%. Male literacy is 53.39% and female literacy is 40.05%.