Purnia - Thakurgangti, Godda
Purnia is a village situated in the Thakurgangti subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurgangti and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Budhwachak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purnia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purnia is 355970. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.13 hectares and falls under the 814133 pincode.
Purnia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purnia
According to the 2011 Census, Purnia village had a total population of 201 people, including 102 males and 99 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.50%, with male literacy at 56.32% and female literacy at 36.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 15 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 49 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 53 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Purnia
Purnia 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 Purnia
Purnia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Godda to Purnia is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purnia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purnia 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purnia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purnia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purnia
Where is Purnia located?
Purnia village is located in Thakurgangti Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purnia?
The Gram Panchayat of Purnia is Budhwachak.
What is the pincode of Purnia?
The pincode of Purnia is 814133.
What is the population of Purnia?
Purnia had a total population of 201, including 102 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Purnia?
Purnia had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purnia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purnia was 47.50%. Male literacy was 56.32% and female literacy was 36.99%.