Purena - Dongargarh, Rajnandgaon
Purena is a village situated in the Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargarh and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Puraina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purena is 440573. The village covers a total geographical area of 548.78 hectares and falls under the 491445 pincode. Rajnandgaon is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purena
As per Census 2011, Purena village has a total population of 1,358 people, consisting of 666 males and 692 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 848 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,358 | 666 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 92 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 848 | 461 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 205 | 305 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilhari | East | 2.16 km |
| Manki | North | 2.26 km |
| Runwatala | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Nawagaon Aniya | South | 2.58 km |
| Khursipar | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Keshli | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Khaira | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Sahaspur | West | 3.59 km |
| Khudmudi | East | 3.98 km |
| Chaity Khapri | North-West | 4.09 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 Bakal, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rajnandgaon to Purena is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Purena is about 19 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Purena
Where is Purena located?
Purena village is located in Dongargarh Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purena?
The Gram Panchayat of Purena is Puraina.
What is the pincode of Purena?
The pincode of Purena is 491445.
What is the population of Purena?
Purena has a total population of 1,358, including 666 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Purena?
There are 260 households in Purena.
What is the literacy rate in Purena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purena is 62.44%. Male literacy is 69.22% and female literacy is 55.92%.