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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Purhara
According to the 2011 Census, Purhara village had a total population of 685 people, including 344 males and 341 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.74%, with male literacy at 63.92% and female literacy at 45.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162.
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 | 685 | 344 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 53 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 685, including 344 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Purhara?
Purhara had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purhara was 54.74%. Male literacy was 63.92% and female literacy was 45.16%.