Purnahia - Bathnaha, Sitamarhi
Purnahia is a village situated in the Bathnaha subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bathnaha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Singrahiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purnahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purnahia is 219318. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.12 hectares and falls under the 843302 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Purnahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Purnahia
According to the 2011 Census, Purnahia village had a total population of 2,646 people, including 1,402 males and 1,244 females, living in 663 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.94%, with male literacy at 72.84% and female literacy at 51.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 342.
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 | 2,646 | 1,402 | 1,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 490 | 268 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 179 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,357 | 826 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,289 | 576 | 713 |
Nearby Villages of Purnahia
Purnahia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purnahia
Purnahia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Purnahia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purnahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purnahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purnahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purnahia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purnahia
Where is Purnahia located?
Purnahia village is located in Bathnaha Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purnahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purnahia is Singrahiya.
What is the pincode of Purnahia?
The pincode of Purnahia is 843302.
What is the population of Purnahia?
Purnahia had a total population of 2,646, including 1,402 males and 1,244 females.
How many households are there in Purnahia?
Purnahia had 663 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purnahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purnahia was 62.94%. Male literacy was 72.84% and female literacy was 51.96%.