Puranar Singh - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Puranar Singh is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Bhukh Ali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puranar Singh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranar Singh is 194755. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.38 hectares and falls under the 223222 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Puranar Singh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puranar Singh
According to the 2011 Census, Puranar Singh village had a total population of 485 people, including 240 males and 245 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.87%, with male literacy at 80.50% and female literacy at 61.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 485 | 240 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 161 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 79 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Puranar Singh
Puranar Singh 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 Puranar Singh
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Puranar Singh. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Puranar Singh.
| 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 Azamgarh to Puranar Singh is about 60 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 Puranar Singh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranar Singh 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puranar Singh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puranar Singh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puranar Singh
Where is Puranar Singh located?
Puranar Singh village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranar Singh?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranar Singh is Bhukh Ali.
What is the pincode of Puranar Singh?
The pincode of Puranar Singh is 223222.
What is the population of Puranar Singh?
Puranar Singh had a total population of 485, including 240 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Puranar Singh?
Puranar Singh had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranar Singh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranar Singh was 70.87%. Male literacy was 80.50% and female literacy was 61.79%.