Routi - Amour, Purnia
Routi is a village situated in the Amour subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amour and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Bakania Baraili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Routi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Routi is 223827. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Routi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Routi
According to the 2011 Census, Routi village had a total population of 1,442 people, including 757 males and 685 females, living in 344 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.68%, with male literacy at 58.64% and female literacy at 28.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,442 | 757 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 138 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 363 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 925 | 394 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Routi
Routi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hakka | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Dubaili | South | 1.36 km |
| Milki | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Dogharia | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Kochaili | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Nemua | North | 2.49 km |
| Dumri | East | 2.50 km |
| Dabaili Biswaspur | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Ikra | East | 2.90 km |
| Bankora | North | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Routi
Routi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Garh Banaili, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Routi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Routi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Routi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Routi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Routi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Routi
Where is Routi located?
Routi village is located in Amour Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Routi?
The Gram Panchayat of Routi is Bakania Baraili.
What is the pincode of Routi?
The pincode of Routi is 854315.
What is the population of Routi?
Routi had a total population of 1,442, including 757 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Routi?
Routi had 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Routi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Routi was 44.68%. Male literacy was 58.64% and female literacy was 28.62%.