Puranpur - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Puranpur is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Kasaunja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranpur is 164206. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.99 hectares and falls under the 225304 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Puranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puranpur
According to the 2011 Census, Puranpur village had a total population of 419 people, including 240 males and 179 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 746 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.81%, with male literacy at 68.08% and female literacy at 46.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201.
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 | 419 | 240 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 111 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 145 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 95 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Puranpur
Puranpur 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 Puranpur
Puranpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Puranpur.
| 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 Fatehpur to Puranpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Puranpur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puranpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puranpur
Where is Puranpur located?
Puranpur village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranpur is Kasaunja.
What is the pincode of Puranpur?
The pincode of Puranpur is 225304.
What is the population of Puranpur?
Puranpur had a total population of 419, including 240 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Puranpur?
Puranpur had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranpur was 58.81%. Male literacy was 68.08% and female literacy was 46.15%.