Purainia - Mainatanr, Pashchim Champaran
Purainia is a village situated in the Mainatanr subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mainatanr and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Purainiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purainia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purainia is 216544. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 845306 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Purainia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purainia
As per Census 2011, Purainia village has a total population of 3,817 people, consisting of 2,024 males and 1,793 females. The village has 602 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 921 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,537 literate and 2,280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purainia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,817 | 2,024 | 1,793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 921 | 499 | 422 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 266 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,537 | 1,014 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,280 | 1,010 | 1,270 |
Nearby Villages of Purainia
Purainia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chiutaha | East | 1.64 km |
| Dhobni | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Sakhuania | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Inarwa | South | 1.96 km |
| Padmaul | North | 1.98 km |
| Phulwaria | West | 2.07 km |
| Tarhatia | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Pirari | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Pachamwa | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Asogwa | South | 3.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purainia
Public transport in the Purainia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gokhula, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Purainia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Purainia is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purainia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purainia 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purainia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purainia 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 Purainia
Where is Purainia located?
Purainia village is located in Mainatanr Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purainia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purainia is Purainiya.
What is the pincode of Purainia?
The pincode of Purainia is 845306.
What is the population of Purainia?
Purainia has a total population of 3,817, including 2,024 males and 1,793 females.
How many households are there in Purainia?
There are 602 households in Purainia.
What is the literacy rate in Purainia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purainia is 40.27%. Male literacy is 50.10% and female literacy is 29.17%.