Puraina - Lalganj, Vaishali
Puraina is a village situated in the Lalganj subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Purainia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraina is 234789. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 844121 pincode. Lalganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Puraina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puraina
As per Census 2011, Puraina village has a total population of 3,812 people, consisting of 1,998 males and 1,814 females. The village has 735 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,795 literate and 2,017 illiterate residents. Additionally, 679 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puraina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,812 | 1,998 | 1,814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,252 | 650 | 602 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 679 | 368 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,795 | 1,047 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,017 | 951 | 1,066 |
Nearby Villages of Puraina
Puraina 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shamaspura | North-West | 0.86 km |
| Sathiauta Bhagwan | East | 0.97 km |
| Rikhar | North | 1.48 km |
| Lacchminarayanpur | South | 1.66 km |
| Akhtiarpur | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Kopa Mohabbatpur | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Mukundpur Urf Parmanandpur | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Barauna | East | 2.04 km |
| Shahpur Tewari Urf Tutha | West | 2.08 km |
| Pachrukhi | North-East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puraina
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Puraina. The nearest railway station is Bhagwanpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.7 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 Lalganj to Puraina is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hajipur to Puraina is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puraina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puraina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puraina
Where is Puraina located?
Puraina village is located in Lalganj Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraina?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraina is Purainia.
What is the pincode of Puraina?
The pincode of Puraina is 844121.
What is the population of Puraina?
Puraina has a total population of 3,812, including 1,998 males and 1,814 females.
How many households are there in Puraina?
There are 735 households in Puraina.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraina is 47.09%. Male literacy is 52.40% and female literacy is 41.23%.