Puruipalhea - Manika, Latehar
Puruipalhea is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manika and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Banduwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puruipalhea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puruipalhea is 366920. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode.
Puruipalhea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puruipalhea
As per Census 2011, Puruipalhea village has a total population of 1,138 people, consisting of 586 males and 552 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 582 literate and 556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 636 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puruipalhea are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,138 | 586 | 552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 636 | 335 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 348 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 238 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Puruipalhea
Puruipalhea 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jungur | South | 1.57 km |
| Bandua | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Palhea | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Aunratanr | South-West | 3.82 km |
| South-East | 4.04 km | |
| Kurund | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Matlaung | East | 4.19 km |
| Baraitu | North | 4.36 km |
| Matnog | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Jamho | North-West | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puruipalhea
Public transport in the Puruipalhea is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Puruipalhea is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puruipalhea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puruipalhea village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puruipalhea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puruipalhea 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puruipalhea
Where is Puruipalhea located?
Puruipalhea village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puruipalhea?
The Gram Panchayat of Puruipalhea is Banduwa.
What is the pincode of Puruipalhea?
The pincode of Puruipalhea is 822126.
What is the population of Puruipalhea?
Puruipalhea has a total population of 1,138, including 586 males and 552 females.
How many households are there in Puruipalhea?
There are 207 households in Puruipalhea.
What is the literacy rate in Puruipalhea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puruipalhea is 51.14%. Male literacy is 59.39% and female literacy is 42.39%.