Purayana - Arki, Solan
Purayana is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Basantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purayana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purayana is 020099. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Purayana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purayana
According to the 2011 Census, Purayana village had a total population of 111 people, including 52 males and 59 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 80.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Purayana
Purayana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Purayana
Purayana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Purayana 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 Purayana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purayana 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 Purayana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purayana 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purayana
Where is Purayana located?
Purayana village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purayana?
The Gram Panchayat of Purayana is Basantpur.
What is the pincode of Purayana?
The pincode of Purayana is 171102.
What is the population of Purayana?
Purayana had a total population of 111, including 52 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Purayana?
Purayana had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purayana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purayana was 83.33%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 80.77%.