Pur - Sikanderpur, Ballia
Pur is a village situated in the Sikanderpur tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikanderpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Pur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pur is 198121. The village covers a total geographical area of 2485.21 hectares and falls under the 277124 pincode.
Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pur
As per Census 2011, Pur village has a total population of 23,769 people, consisting of 12,146 males and 11,623 females. The village has 3,659 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13,943 literate and 9,826 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 689 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,769 | 12,146 | 11,623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,459 | 1,825 | 1,634 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,518 | 2,379 | 2,139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 689 | 357 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 13,943 | 8,213 | 5,730 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,826 | 3,933 | 5,893 |
Nearby Villages of Pur
Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsadpur | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Salempur | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Chak Jiya | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Chhatarsand | West | 2.38 km |
| Sidhauli | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Pahrajpur | South | 2.61 km |
| Karsand | North | 2.73 km |
| Araji Chak Moti | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Sona Dih | South-East | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pur
Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chilkahar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Pur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pur
Where is Pur located?
Pur village is located in Sikanderpur Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pur?
Pur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pur?
The pincode of Pur is 277124.
What is the population of Pur?
Pur has a total population of 23,769, including 12,146 males and 11,623 females.
How many households are there in Pur?
There are 3,659 households in Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pur is 58.66%. Male literacy is 67.62% and female literacy is 49.30%.