Purail - Sarai, Singrauli
Purail is a village situated in the Sarai tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from Deosar and around 58 km from Singrauli. Purail village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purail is 503823. The village covers a total geographical area of 763.96 hectares and falls under the 486889 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Purail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purail
As per Census 2011, Purail village has a total population of 2,926 people, consisting of 1,506 males and 1,420 females. The village has 609 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 555 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,329 literate and 1,597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 834 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 596 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,926 | 1,506 | 1,420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 555 | 292 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 834 | 432 | 402 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 596 | 317 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 1,329 | 784 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,597 | 722 | 875 |
Nearby Villages of Purail
Purail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khaditola | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Adhiaria | West | 2.77 km |
| Surga | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Matia | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Kathadaha | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Kukraon | East | 4.29 km |
| Pidara | North | 5.16 km |
| Baheraha | North-East | 5.24 km |
| Patharidaha | South-West | 5.28 km |
| Jhurhanar | South | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purail
Purail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sareigram, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Singrauli to Purail is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purail 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purail
Where is Purail located?
Purail village is located in Sarai Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purail?
Purail is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purail?
The pincode of Purail is 486889.
What is the population of Purail?
Purail has a total population of 2,926, including 1,506 males and 1,420 females.
How many households are there in Purail?
There are 609 households in Purail.
What is the literacy rate in Purail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purail is 45.42%. Male literacy is 52.06% and female literacy is 38.38%.