Puraina

Puraina is a village located in Sheikhpura subdivision of Sheikhpura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 26km away from Sheikhpura, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Puraina village. As per 2009 stats, Puraina village is also a gram panchayat.

Puraina has its own place in the vibrant Sheikhpura 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 Puraina

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puraina is 243989. The village spans a total geographical area of 559.02 hectares. Sheikhpura is nearest town to Puraina village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Puraina

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,802 2,009 1,793
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 841 424 417
Scheduled Castes (SC) 773 404 369
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 3 N/A
Literate Population 1,741 1,108 633
Illiterate Population 2,061 901 1,160

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

  • The total population of Puraina village is around 3,802, including approximately 2,009 males and 1,793 females, with a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 841 children aged 0–6 years in Puraina village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puraina village has 773 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puraina village is about 45.79%, with male literacy at 55.15% and female literacy at 35.30%.
  • There are around 498 households in Puraina village.

Connectivity of Puraina

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puraina. As per the 2011 stats, Puraina 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Puraina

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

Rudasi Pind Bariarpur Mehuns Kurauni Sahra Bataura Gurera Jitwarpur Panapur Mahamadpur Alapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Puraina

Where is Puraina located?
Puraina village is situated in Sheikhpura Subdivision, within the Sheikhpura district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraina?
Puraina serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puraina is 3,802, with 2,009 males and 1,793 females.
How many households are there in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puraina village has a total of 498 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puraina is 45.79%. The male literacy rate is 55.15%, while the female literacy rate is 35.30%.