Purnahia
Purnahia is a village located in Ghorasahan subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorasahan (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Purainiya is the gram panchayat of Purnahia village.
Here you can discover what makes Purnahia unique in its vibrant Ghorasahan-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Purnahia’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 Purnahia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purnahia is 217789. The village spans a total geographical area of 566 hectares. Dhaka is nearest town to Purnahia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Purnahia
Population of Purnahia
According to the 2011 Census, Purnahia has a total population of about 9,214, with approximately 4,939 males and 4,275 females. The sex ratio is around 865 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,734 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,122 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.79%, with male literacy at about 55.13% and female literacy near 37.15%. There are around 1,548 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purnahia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,214 | 4,939 | 4,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,734 | 894 | 840 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,122 | 615 | 507 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,311 | 2,723 | 1,588 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,903 | 2,216 | 2,687 |
Connectivity of Purnahia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purnahia. As per the 2011 stats, Purnahia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Purnahia
Knowing the nearby villages of Purnahia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purnahia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purnahia
- Where is Purnahia located?
- Purnahia village is situated in Ghorasahan Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purnahia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purnahia is Purainiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Purnahia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purnahia is 9,214, with 4,939 males and 4,275 females.
- How many households are there in Purnahia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purnahia village has a total of 1,548 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purnahia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purnahia is 46.79%. The male literacy rate is 55.13%, while the female literacy rate is 37.15%.