Purahra

Purahra is a village located in Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kochas (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Redia is the gram panchayat of Purahra village.

Purahra has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Purahra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purahra is 250756. The village spans a total geographical area of 165.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802215. Sasaram is nearest town to Purahra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Purahra

Below is a concise population overview of Purahra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,335 681 654
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 300 152 148
Scheduled Castes (SC) 571 287 284
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 869 477 392
Illiterate Population 466 204 262

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purahra village:

  • The total population of Purahra village is around 1,335, including approximately 681 males and 654 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 300 children aged 0–6 years in Purahra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purahra village has 571 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purahra village is about 65.09%, with male literacy at 70.04% and female literacy at 59.94%.
  • There are around 206 households in Purahra village.

Connectivity of Purahra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purahra. As per the 2011 stats, Purahra 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 Purahra

Knowing the nearby villages of Purahra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purahra.

Sai Bisopur Agarsidehra Jharkhuria Kaarmaini Latra Maudehra Ubdhi Bharsara Bharsaria Paltudehra

Frequently Asked Questions about Purahra

Where is Purahra located?
Purahra village is situated in Kochas Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purahra?
The Gram Panchayat of Purahra is Redia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purahra?
The pincode of Purahra is 802215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purahra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purahra is 1,335, with 681 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Purahra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purahra village has a total of 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purahra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purahra is 65.09%. The male literacy rate is 70.04%, while the female literacy rate is 59.94%.