Purena - Takhatpur, Bilaspur
Purena is a village situated in the Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Takhatpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Bahurta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purena is 438552. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.24 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Takhatpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Purena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purena
As per Census 2011, Purena village has a total population of 782 people, consisting of 400 males and 382 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 450 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 782 | 400 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 278 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 122 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Purena
Purena 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barahi | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Bahurta | East | 1.33 km |
| Raja Kapa | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Sanwadabra | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Chulghat | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Kodasar | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Parsa Kapa | South | 2.09 km |
| Pura | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Chorma | East | 2.39 km |
| Karan Kapa | West | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purena
Purena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalmitar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Takhatpur to Purena is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Purena is about 35 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 Purena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purena 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purena
Where is Purena located?
Purena village is located in Takhatpur Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purena?
The Gram Panchayat of Purena is Bahurta.
What is the pincode of Purena?
The pincode of Purena is 495330.
What is the population of Purena?
Purena has a total population of 782, including 400 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Purena?
There are 172 households in Purena.
What is the literacy rate in Purena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purena is 57.54%. Male literacy is 69.50% and female literacy is 45.03%.