Purainiya
Purainiya is a village located in Narkatia subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Narkatia (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Purainiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purainiya unique in its vibrant Narkatia-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Purainiya’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 Purainiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purainiya is 217721. The village spans a total geographical area of 457.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845301. Motihari is nearest town to Purainiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Purainiya
Population of Purainiya
According to the 2011 Census, Purainiya has a total population of about 6,082, with approximately 3,230 males and 2,852 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 159 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.45%, with male literacy at about 53.50% and female literacy near 27.81%. There are around 1,082 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purainiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,082 | 3,230 | 2,852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,178 | 614 | 564 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,521 | 1,728 | 793 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,561 | 1,502 | 2,059 |
Connectivity of Purainiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purainiya. As per the 2011 stats, Purainiya 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purainiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Purainiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purainiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purainiya
- Where is Purainiya located?
- Purainiya village is situated in Narkatia Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purainiya?
- Purainiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Purainiya?
- The pincode of Purainiya is 845301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purainiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purainiya is 6,082, with 3,230 males and 2,852 females.
- How many households are there in Purainiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purainiya village has a total of 1,082 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purainiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purainiya is 41.45%. The male literacy rate is 53.50%, while the female literacy rate is 27.81%.