Pahurpurna - Shegaon, Buldhana
Pahurpurna is a village situated in the Shegaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Shegaon and around 83 km from Buldana. Pahurpurna village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pahurpurna is 528416. The village covers a total geographical area of 734.63 hectares and falls under the 444203 pincode. Shegaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pahurpurna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalgaon (Jamod) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pahurpurna
According to the 2011 Census, Pahurpurna village had a total population of 1,473 people, including 742 males and 731 females, living in 367 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.36%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 80.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 405, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,473 | 742 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 75 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 201 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,147 | 624 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 118 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Pahurpurna
Pahurpurna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khatkhed | West | 1.74 km |
| Manasgaon | East | 1.92 km |
| Bhon | North | 3.23 km |
| Kajikhed | East | 4.10 km |
| Kalkhed | South | 4.11 km |
| Sawali | North | 4.16 km |
| Yeulkhed | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Padsul | South-East | 4.83 km |
| Hingana Shikari | East | 5.13 km |
| Khiroda | North-East | 5.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pahurpurna
Pahurpurna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shegaon, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Shegaon to Pahurpurna is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Pahurpurna is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pahurpurna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pahurpurna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pahurpurna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pahurpurna 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pahurpurna
Where is Pahurpurna located?
Pahurpurna village is located in Shegaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pahurpurna?
Pahurpurna is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pahurpurna?
The pincode of Pahurpurna is 444203.
What is the population of Pahurpurna?
Pahurpurna had a total population of 1,473, including 742 males and 731 females.
How many households are there in Pahurpurna?
Pahurpurna had 367 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pahurpurna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pahurpurna was 87.36%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 80.96%.