Purhara - Barhi, Hazaribagh
Purhara is a village situated in the Barhi subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Rasoiya Dhamna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purhara is 367906. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 825405 pincode.
Purhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purhara
As per Census 2011, Purhara village has a total population of 685 people, consisting of 344 males and 341 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 312 literate and 373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 685 | 344 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 186 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 158 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Purhara
Purhara 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 Purhara
Purhara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Purhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Purhara is about 58 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 Purhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purhara 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 Purhara
Where is Purhara located?
Purhara village is located in Barhi Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Purhara is Rasoiya Dhamna.
What is the pincode of Purhara?
The pincode of Purhara is 825405.
What is the population of Purhara?
Purhara has a total population of 685, including 344 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Purhara?
There are 94 households in Purhara.
What is the literacy rate in Purhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purhara is 45.55%. Male literacy is 54.07% and female literacy is 36.95%.