Puraina - Jogapatti, Pashchim Champaran
Puraina is a village situated in the Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jogapatti and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bagahi Puraina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraina is 217084. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 25 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 1,142 people, including 603 males and 539 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.25%, with male literacy at 51.17% and female literacy at 40.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 1,142 | 603 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 132 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 241 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 362 | 367 |
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
Puraina 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Puraina is about 25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puraina
Where is Puraina located?
Puraina village is located in Jogapatti Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puraina?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraina is Bagahi Puraina.
What is the pincode of Puraina?
The pincode of Puraina is 845451.
What is the population of Puraina?
Puraina had a total population of 1,142, including 603 males and 539 females.
How many households are there in Puraina?
Puraina had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraina was 46.25%. Male literacy was 51.17% and female literacy was 40.76%.