Puraina Buland - Utraula, Balrampur
Puraina Buland is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Puraina Buland village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraina Buland is 174046. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.11 hectares and falls under the 271603 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Puraina Buland village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puraina Buland
According to the 2011 Census, Puraina Buland village had a total population of 3,038 people, including 1,475 males and 1,563 females, living in 460 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.26%, with male literacy at 60.27% and female literacy at 39.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 500.
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 | 3,038 | 1,475 | 1,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 663 | 345 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 238 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,170 | 681 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,868 | 794 | 1,074 |
Nearby Villages of Puraina Buland
Puraina Buland 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majhari Tappa Wak | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Tara Deeh | South | 1.16 km |
| Pranpur | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Maninaha | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Terhwa Navabad | West | 2.07 km |
| Nagawa | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Barahaya Bhaisahi | North | 2.30 km |
| Nandouri | East | 2.53 km |
| Shahpur Tappavank | South | 2.61 km |
| Parsohia Sadanand | East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puraina Buland
Puraina Buland is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Utraula to Puraina Buland is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Puraina Buland is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puraina Buland
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraina Buland village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puraina Buland
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraina Buland village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puraina Buland
Where is Puraina Buland located?
Puraina Buland village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraina Buland?
Puraina Buland is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puraina Buland?
The pincode of Puraina Buland is 271603.
What is the population of Puraina Buland?
Puraina Buland had a total population of 3,038, including 1,475 males and 1,563 females.
How many households are there in Puraina Buland?
Puraina Buland had 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina Buland?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraina Buland was 49.26%. Male literacy was 60.27% and female literacy was 39.28%.