Puras - Ballia
Puras is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Puras village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puras is 199308. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.38 hectares and falls under the 277211 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Puras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puras
As per Census 2011, Puras village has a total population of 2,567 people, consisting of 1,286 males and 1,281 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,636 literate and 931 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 160 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puras are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,567 | 1,286 | 1,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 215 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,636 | 922 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 931 | 364 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Puras
Puras 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Megha Math | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Puras English | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Dighai | East | 1.52 km |
| Chandawak | West | 1.67 km |
| Pindari | South | 1.90 km |
| Pochhari | South | 1.92 km |
| Kammi | North | 1.94 km |
| Kripalpur | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Rotua | North | 2.10 km |
| Rampur Ti Ti Hi | South-West | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puras
Puras is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sahatwar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Puras is about 17 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 Puras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puras 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 Puras
Where is Puras located?
Puras village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puras?
Puras is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puras?
The pincode of Puras is 277211.
What is the population of Puras?
Puras has a total population of 2,567, including 1,286 males and 1,281 females.
How many households are there in Puras?
There are 385 households in Puras.
What is the literacy rate in Puras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puras is 63.73%. Male literacy is 71.70% and female literacy is 55.74%.