Puraina
Puraina is a village located in Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jogapatti (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Bagahi Puraina is the gram panchayat of Puraina village.
Here you can discover what makes Puraina unique in its vibrant Jogapatti-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Puraina’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puraina
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puraina is 217084. The village spans a total geographical area of 41 hectares. Bettiah is nearest town to Puraina village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Puraina
Population of Puraina
According to the 2011 Census, Puraina has a total population of about 1,142, with approximately 603 males and 539 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 48. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.16%, with male literacy at about 39.97% and female literacy near 31.91%. There are around 184 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puraina's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,142 | 603 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 132 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 241 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 362 | 367 |
Connectivity of Puraina
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puraina. As per the 2011 stats, Puraina 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puraina
Knowing the nearby villages of Puraina helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puraina.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puraina
- Where is Puraina located?
- Puraina village is situated in Jogapatti Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puraina?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puraina is Bagahi Puraina (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puraina is 1,142, with 603 males and 539 females.
- How many households are there in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puraina village has a total of 184 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puraina is 36.16%. The male literacy rate is 39.97%, while the female literacy rate is 31.91%.