Purena - Fingeshwar, Gariyaband
Purena is a village situated in the Fingeshwar tehsil of Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Rajim and around 70 km from Raipur. Binauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purena is 444808. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.27 hectares and falls under the 493992 pincode. Fingeshwar is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Rajim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purena
As per Census 2011, Purena village has a total population of 806 people, consisting of 413 males and 393 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 491 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 806 | 413 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 284 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 129 | 186 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Binauri | North | 1.52 km |
| Madwadih | South | 2.15 km |
| Chaitra | South | 2.72 km |
| Borsi | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Roba | North | 3.28 km |
| Bhasera | North | 3.44 km |
| Raweli | South | 3.79 km |
| Patharri | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Basin | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Sendar | South-East | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purena
Public transport in the Purena is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rajim, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Fingeshwar to Purena is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Purena is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Fingeshwar Tehsil, Gariyaband district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purena?
The Gram Panchayat of Purena is Binauri.
What is the pincode of Purena?
The pincode of Purena is 493992.
What is the population of Purena?
Purena has a total population of 806, including 413 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Purena?
There are 199 households in Purena.
What is the literacy rate in Purena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purena is 60.92%. Male literacy is 68.77% and female literacy is 52.67%.