Purnahiya
Purnahiya is a Town and Subdivision in Sheohar District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Purnahiya Block (CD) is 01058. The total area of Purnahiya Subdivision is 52 km². Purnahiya has a sex ratio of approximately 890 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Purnahiya Subdivision
Purnahiya Subdivision has a total of 26 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Purnahiya Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adauri | Adouri | Sitamarhi (28 km) |
| 2 | Asogi Chhapra Dhani | Basant Jagjiwan | Sitamarhi (25 km) |
| 3 | Asopur | Abhirajpur Bairiya | Sheohar (16 km) |
| 4 | Bairia | Abhirajpur Bairiya | Sitamarhi (22 km) |
| 5 | Bakatpur Chaki | Abhirajpur Bairiya | Sheohar (18 km) |
| 6 | Bakhar Chandiha | Bakhar Chandiha | Sitamarhi (26 km) |
| 7 | Barahi Jagdish | Barahi Jagdish | Sheohar (20 km) |
| 8 | Barahi Mohan | Barahi Jagdish | Sitamarhi (26 km) |
| 9 | Basant Jagjiwan | Basant Jagjiwan | Sitamarhi (20 km) |
| 10 | Basant Patti | Basantpatti | Sitamarhi (24 km) |
| 11 | Bedaul Adam | Basantpatti | Sitamarhi (20 km) |
| 12 | Bedaul Baz | Basantpatti | Sitamarhi (20 km) |
| 13 | Chak Sonaul | Basant Jagjiwan | Sitamarhi (22 km) |
| 14 | Chhapra Jurawan | Adouri | Sitamarhi (28 km) |
| 15 | Chiraiya | Adouri | Sitamarhi (27 km) |
| 16 | Dosti Mahamadpur | Dostiya | Sheohar (20 km) |
| 17 | Hathsar | Kolhua Thikha | Sitamarhi (23 km) |
| 18 | Kashipur | Abhirajpur Bairiya | Sitamarhi (16 km) |
| 19 | Kataiya | Dostiya | Sheohar (18 km) |
| 20 | Khaira Pahari | Dostiya | Sheohar (20 km) |
| 21 | Kolhua Thikaha | Kolhua Thikha | Sitamarhi (18 km) |
| 22 | Madan Chhapra | Basant Jagjiwan | Sitamarhi (20 km) |
| 23 | Pakri | Abhirajpur Bairiya | Sheohar (18 km) |
| 24 | Purnahia Chandandih | Basantpatti | Sitamarhi (24 km) |
| 25 | Pursauni Gope | Kolhua Thikha | Sitamarhi (18 km) |
| 26 | Sonaul Sultan | Kolhua Thikha | Sitamarhi (18 km) |
Population of Purnahiya Subdivision
The population profile of Purnahiya Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Purnahiya Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 91,949 | 91,949 | N/A |
| Male Population | 48,630 | 48,630 | N/A |
| Female Population | 43,319 | 43,319 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 17,819 | 17,819 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 9,220 | 9,220 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,599 | 8,599 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 40,741 | 40,741 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 24,831 | 24,831 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 15,910 | 15,910 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 51,208 | 51,208 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 23,799 | 23,799 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 27,409 | 27,409 | N/A |
| Total Households | 21,600 | 21,600 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 91,949 people. Includes nearly 48,630 males and 43,319 females. Rural population is about 91,949 people.
- There are around 17,819 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 9,220 boys and 8,599 girls.
- Literate population is about 40,741 people. Non-literate population is around 51,208 people.
- There are nearly 21,600 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Purnahiya Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 15,441 | 15,441 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 8,183 | 8,183 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 7,258 | 7,258 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 38 | 38 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 16 | 16 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 22 | 22 | N/A |
| Population Density | 1,753 / km² | 1,753 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Purnahiya Subdivision is approximately 15,441 people, including 8,183 males and 7,258 females. Around 15,441 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Purnahiya Subdivision is about 38 people, including 16 males and 22 females. Around 38 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 1,753 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 1,753 people per sq. km.