Purakanera - Bah, Agra
Purakanera is a village situated in the Bah tehsil of Agra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bah and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Agra. Veri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purakanera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purakanera is 125296. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.1 hectares and falls under the 283113 pincode. Bah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purakanera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purakanera
According to the 2011 Census, Purakanera village had a total population of 476 people, including 235 males and 241 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.23%, with male literacy at 79.08% and female literacy at 52.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 476 | 235 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 39 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 70 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 155 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 80 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Purakanera
Purakanera 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 Purakanera
Purakanera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Purakanera.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bah to Purakanera is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agra to Purakanera is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purakanera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purakanera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purakanera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purakanera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Purakanera
Where is Purakanera located?
Purakanera village is located in Bah Tehsil, Agra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purakanera?
The Gram Panchayat of Purakanera is Veri.
What is the pincode of Purakanera?
The pincode of Purakanera is 283113.
What is the population of Purakanera?
Purakanera had a total population of 476, including 235 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Purakanera?
Purakanera had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purakanera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purakanera was 66.23%. Male literacy was 79.08% and female literacy was 52.91%.