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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puraina
As per Census 2011, Puraina village has a total population of 1,142 people, consisting of 603 males and 539 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 729 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puraina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,142 | 603 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 132 | 117 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,142, including 603 males and 539 females.
How many households are there in Puraina?
There are 184 households in Puraina.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraina is 36.16%. Male literacy is 39.97% and female literacy is 31.91%.