Puran Tanr - Lalganj, Vaishali
Puran Tanr is a village situated in the Lalganj subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Puran Tand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puran Tanr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puran Tanr is 234793. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 844121 pincode. Lalganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Puran Tanr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puran Tanr
As per Census 2011, Puran Tanr village has a total population of 3,262 people, consisting of 1,722 males and 1,540 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 580 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,855 literate and 1,407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puran Tanr are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,262 | 1,722 | 1,540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 299 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 431 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,855 | 1,050 | 805 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,407 | 672 | 735 |
Nearby Villages of Puran Tanr
Puran Tanr 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Rasul Urf Dilawarpur | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Pachrukhi | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Rikhar | West | 1.68 km |
| Dilawarpur | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Partap Tanr | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Barauna | South | 1.85 km |
| Sathiauta Bhagwan | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Bishunpur Basdeo | North | 2.01 km |
| Bara Dakhli | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Puraina | South-West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puran Tanr
Puran Tanr is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bennipatti Pirapur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.0 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 Puran Tanr is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hajipur to Puran Tanr is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puran Tanr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puran Tanr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puran Tanr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puran Tanr village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puran Tanr
Where is Puran Tanr located?
Puran Tanr village is located in Lalganj Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puran Tanr?
The Gram Panchayat of Puran Tanr is Puran Tand.
What is the pincode of Puran Tanr?
The pincode of Puran Tanr is 844121.
What is the population of Puran Tanr?
Puran Tanr has a total population of 3,262, including 1,722 males and 1,540 females.
How many households are there in Puran Tanr?
There are 577 households in Puran Tanr.
What is the literacy rate in Puran Tanr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puran Tanr is 56.87%. Male literacy is 60.98% and female literacy is 52.27%.