Purena - Udaipura, Raisen
Purena is a village situated in the Udaipura tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udaipura and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Bijanhai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purena is 485017. The village covers a total geographical area of 262 hectares and falls under the 464770 pincode. Udaipura is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Purena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purena
According to the 2011 Census, Purena village had a total population of 48 people, including 23 males and 25 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.66%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 36.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 9 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Purena
Purena 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dungariya Kalan | West | 2.03 km |
| Bijanhai | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Chamar Bamhori | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Sunhara | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Shobhapur | East | 2.53 km |
| Patna | North | 2.73 km |
| Uradmau | South | 3.12 km |
| Chirchita | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Nayagaon | North | 3.38 km |
| Dholshri | West | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purena
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Purena. The nearest railway station is Salichauka Road, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Udaipura to Purena is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Purena is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purena
Where is Purena located?
Purena village is located in Udaipura Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purena?
The Gram Panchayat of Purena is Bijanhai.
What is the pincode of Purena?
The pincode of Purena is 464770.
What is the population of Purena?
Purena had a total population of 48, including 23 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Purena?
Purena had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purena was 53.66%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 36.36%.