Purainia

Purainia is a village located in Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Narkatiaganj (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Purainiya Harsari is the gram panchayat of Purainia village.

Purainia has its own place in the vibrant Pashchim Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Purainia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purainia is 216649. The village spans a total geographical area of 168.03 hectares. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Purainia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Purainia

Below is a concise population overview of Purainia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,538 1,831 1,707
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 767 386 381
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,230 650 580
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 144 69 75
Literate Population 1,733 1,076 657
Illiterate Population 1,805 755 1,050

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purainia village:

  • The total population of Purainia village is around 3,538, including approximately 1,831 males and 1,707 females, with a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 767 children aged 0–6 years in Purainia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purainia village has 1,230 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 144 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purainia village is about 48.98%, with male literacy at 58.77% and female literacy at 38.49%.
  • There are around 653 households in Purainia village.

Connectivity of Purainia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purainia. As per the 2011 stats, Purainia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Purainia

Knowing the nearby villages of Purainia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purainia.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purainia

Where is Purainia located?
Purainia village is situated in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purainia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purainia is Purainiya Harsari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Purainia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purainia is 3,538, with 1,831 males and 1,707 females.
How many households are there in Purainia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purainia village has a total of 653 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purainia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purainia is 48.98%. The male literacy rate is 58.77%, while the female literacy rate is 38.49%.