Purwa Som Banshi - Bidhuna, Auraiya
Purwa Som Banshi is a village situated in the Bidhuna tehsil of Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bidhuna and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Auraiya. Fatehpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purwa Som Banshi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa Som Banshi is 148211. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.72 hectares and falls under the 206243 pincode. Auraiya is the nearest town, located about 109 km away.
Purwa Som Banshi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bidhuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannauj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purwa Som Banshi
As per Census 2011, Purwa Som Banshi village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 242 males and 201 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purwa Som Banshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 242 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 65 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 200 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 42 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Purwa Som Banshi
Purwa Som Banshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purwa Khasua | South | 0.50 km |
| Purwa Dalahar | East | 1.00 km |
| Fatehpur | North | 1.02 km |
| Nawada Dandu | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Purwa Kutemadari | South | 1.55 km |
| Purwa Rawat | East | 1.70 km |
| Basai | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Purwa Danshah | South | 2.01 km |
| Harbanspur | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Purwa Pandpur | South-East | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purwa Som Banshi
Purwa Som Banshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Phaphund, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Auraiya to Purwa Som Banshi is about 109 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Auraiya to Purwa Som Banshi is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purwa Som Banshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purwa Som Banshi 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 Purwa Som Banshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purwa Som Banshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purwa Som Banshi
Where is Purwa Som Banshi located?
Purwa Som Banshi village is located in Bidhuna Tehsil, Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa Som Banshi?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwa Som Banshi is Fatehpur.
What is the pincode of Purwa Som Banshi?
The pincode of Purwa Som Banshi is 206243.
What is the population of Purwa Som Banshi?
Purwa Som Banshi has a total population of 443, including 242 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Purwa Som Banshi?
There are 87 households in Purwa Som Banshi.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa Som Banshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa Som Banshi is 76.52%. Male literacy is 82.64% and female literacy is 69.15%.