Puraini - Basantpur, Supaul
Puraini is a village situated in the Basantpur subdivision of Supaul district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basantpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Supaul. Basantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraini is 221016. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 854340 pincode. Birpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Puraini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puraini
As per Census 2011, Puraini village has a total population of 823 people, consisting of 420 males and 403 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puraini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 420 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 153 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 227 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 193 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Puraini
Puraini is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanuman Nagar | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Parmanandpur | East | 1.42 km |
| Ghauspurpatti | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Basantpur | West | 1.82 km |
| Mohanpur | South | 1.89 km |
| Jhirwa | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Ranipatti | North | 2.46 km |
| Shankarpur | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Jagir Arazi Kaskapur | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Koskapur | North-East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puraini
Public transport in the Puraini is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birpur to Puraini is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Supaul to Puraini is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puraini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puraini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraini 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 Puraini
Where is Puraini located?
Puraini village is located in Basantpur Subdivision, Supaul district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraini?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraini is Basantpur.
What is the pincode of Puraini?
The pincode of Puraini is 854340.
What is the population of Puraini?
Puraini has a total population of 823, including 420 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Puraini?
There are 183 households in Puraini.
What is the literacy rate in Puraini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraini is 45.93%. Male literacy is 54.05% and female literacy is 37.47%.