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.
Here you can discover what makes Purandra unique in its vibrant Raxaul-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Purandra’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Purandra has a total population of about 8,499, with approximately 4,459 males and 4,040 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,813 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,085 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 135. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.35%, with male literacy at about 44.05% and female literacy near 25.74%. There are around 1,506 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purandra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
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 |
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%.