Purandra
Purandra is a village located in Raxaul subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Raxaul (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Purandra village is also a gram panchayat.
Purandra has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 Purandra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purandra is 217504. The village spans a total geographical area of 491 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845305. Raxaul is nearest town to Purandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Purandra
Population of Purandra
Below is a concise population overview of Purandra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 8,499 | 4,459 | 4,040 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,813 | 970 | 843 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,085 | 560 | 525 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 69 | 66 |
Literate Population | 3,004 | 1,964 | 1,040 |
Illiterate Population | 5,495 | 2,495 | 3,000 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purandra village:
- The total population of Purandra village is around 8,499, including approximately 4,459 males and 4,040 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,813 children aged 0–6 years in Purandra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purandra village has 1,085 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 135 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Purandra village is about 35.35%, with male literacy at 44.05% and female literacy at 25.74%.
- There are around 1,506 households in Purandra village.
Connectivity of Purandra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purandra. As per the 2011 stats, Purandra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purandra
Knowing the nearby villages of Purandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purandra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purandra
- Where is Purandra located?
- Purandra village is situated in Raxaul Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purandra?
- Purandra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Purandra?
- The pincode of Purandra is 845305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purandra is 8,499, with 4,459 males and 4,040 females.
- How many households are there in Purandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purandra village has a total of 1,506 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purandra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purandra is 35.35%. The male literacy rate is 44.05%, while the female literacy rate is 25.74%.