Puraini - Mayur Hand, Chatra
Puraini is a village situated in the Mayur Hand subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mayurhand and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Husia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraini is 349117. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 825408 pincode.
Puraini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puraini
According to the 2011 Census, Puraini village had a total population of 429 people, including 218 males and 211 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 90.10% and female literacy at 59.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
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 | 429 | 218 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 53 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 173 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 45 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Puraini
Puraini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahuari | East | 1.15 km |
| Sargaon | South | 1.57 km |
| Chorkari | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Husia | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Kharaundha | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Harahi | North | 2.04 km |
| Ganeshpur | North | 2.12 km |
| Chorha | East | 2.27 km |
| Bagmundi | South | 2.35 km |
| Karni | West | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puraini
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Puraini. The nearest railway station is Yadugram Bh, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Puraini is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puraini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraini 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 Puraini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puraini
Where is Puraini located?
Puraini village is located in Mayur Hand Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraini?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraini is Husia.
What is the pincode of Puraini?
The pincode of Puraini is 825408.
What is the population of Puraini?
Puraini had a total population of 429, including 218 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Puraini?
Puraini had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraini was 75.00%. Male literacy was 90.10% and female literacy was 59.24%.