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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purnahia
As per Census 2011, Purnahia village has a total population of 2,646 people, consisting of 1,402 males and 1,244 females. The village has 663 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 490 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,357 literate and 1,289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purnahia are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,646, including 1,402 males and 1,244 females.
How many households are there in Purnahia?
There are 663 households in Purnahia.
What is the literacy rate in Purnahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purnahia is 51.28%. Male literacy is 58.92% and female literacy is 42.68%.