Puregara - Chinia, Garhwa
Puregara is a village situated in the Chinia subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Beta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puregara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puregara is 347613. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.49 hectares and falls under the 822114 pincode.
Puregara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puregara
According to the 2011 Census, Puregara village had a total population of 208 people, including 113 males and 95 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.09%, with male literacy at 64.04% and female literacy at 39.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 184.
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 | 208 | 113 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 57 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 56 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Puregara
Puregara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salwahi | South-West | 1.55 km |
| Besri Khari Alias Besri | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Paragwal | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Jun | South | 2.50 km |
| Side | East | 2.90 km |
| Sikat | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Nawadih | South | 3.29 km |
| Parsukhar | West | 3.34 km |
| Gangudih | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Palhe | North | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puregara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Puregara. The nearest railway station is Meralgram, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 150.4 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 Garhwa to Puregara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puregara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puregara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Puregara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puregara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puregara
Where is Puregara located?
Puregara village is located in Chinia Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puregara?
The Gram Panchayat of Puregara is Beta.
What is the pincode of Puregara?
The pincode of Puregara is 822114.
What is the population of Puregara?
Puregara had a total population of 208, including 113 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Puregara?
Puregara had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puregara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puregara was 53.09%. Male literacy was 64.04% and female literacy was 39.73%.