Puraini
Puraini is a village located in Salkhua subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Salkhua (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Mobarakpur is the gram panchayat of Puraini village.
Here you can discover what makes Puraini unique in its vibrant Salkhua-Saharsa region. You’ll see Puraini’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 Puraini
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puraini is 226673. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852127. Saharsa is nearest town to Puraini village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Puraini
Population of Puraini
According to the 2011 Census, Puraini has a total population of about 1,921, with approximately 1,018 males and 903 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 418 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 600 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 34.51%, with male literacy at about 44.40% and female literacy near 23.37%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puraini's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,921 | 1,018 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 203 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 600 | 318 | 282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 663 | 452 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,258 | 566 | 692 |
Connectivity of Puraini
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puraini. As per the 2011 stats, Puraini had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puraini
Knowing the nearby villages of Puraini helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puraini.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puraini
- Where is Puraini located?
- Puraini village is situated in Salkhua Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puraini?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puraini is Mobarakpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puraini?
- The pincode of Puraini is 852127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puraini as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puraini is 1,921, with 1,018 males and 903 females.
- How many households are there in Puraini as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puraini village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puraini as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puraini is 34.51%. The male literacy rate is 44.40%, while the female literacy rate is 23.37%.