Puriya - Bero, Ranchi
Puriya is a village situated in the Bero subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bero and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Purio serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puriya is 374355. The village covers a total geographical area of 795 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode.
Puriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puriya
As per Census 2011, Puriya village has a total population of 4,413 people, consisting of 2,210 males and 2,203 females. The village has 807 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 624 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,535 literate and 1,878 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,489 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,413 | 2,210 | 2,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 310 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,489 | 1,228 | 1,261 |
| Literate Population | 2,535 | 1,468 | 1,067 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,878 | 742 | 1,136 |
Nearby Villages of Puriya
Puriya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semra | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Kesa | East | 2.14 km |
| Rora Alias Garhatoli | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Bero | South | 2.66 km |
| Tero | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Khatanga | West | 3.06 km |
| Jariya | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Changani | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Duru | North | 3.52 km |
| Tikratoli | North-East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puriya
Puriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Narkopi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Puriya is about 36 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 Puriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puriya 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 Puriya
Where is Puriya located?
Puriya village is located in Bero Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Puriya is Purio.
What is the pincode of Puriya?
The pincode of Puriya is 834001.
What is the population of Puriya?
Puriya has a total population of 4,413, including 2,210 males and 2,203 females.
How many households are there in Puriya?
There are 807 households in Puriya.
What is the literacy rate in Puriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puriya is 57.44%. Male literacy is 66.43% and female literacy is 48.43%.