Puraina - Unchehara, Satna
Puraina is a village situated in the Unchehara tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Unchehara and around 60 km from Satna. Puraina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraina is 463781. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.12 hectares and falls under the 485661 pincode. Unchehara is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Puraina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puraina
According to the 2011 Census, Puraina village had a total population of 224 people, including 105 males and 119 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.25%, with male literacy at 60.71% and female literacy at 45.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.
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 | 224 | 105 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 21 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 99 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 51 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 54 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Puraina
Puraina 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 Puraina
Puraina is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Unchehara to Puraina is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Puraina is about 60 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 Puraina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraina 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 Puraina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraina 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 Puraina
Where is Puraina located?
Puraina village is located in Unchehara Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puraina?
Puraina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puraina?
The pincode of Puraina is 485661.
What is the population of Puraina?
Puraina had a total population of 224, including 105 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Puraina?
Puraina had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraina was 53.25%. Male literacy was 60.71% and female literacy was 45.88%.