Puraina - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Puraina is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Bindaura Paraspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraina is 164414. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.12 hectares and falls under the 225201 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Puraina 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 Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puraina
According to the 2011 Census, Puraina village had a total population of 950 people, including 525 males and 425 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.29%, with male literacy at 58.09% and female literacy at 45.38%.
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 | 950 | 525 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 74 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 262 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 263 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Puraina
Puraina 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratanpur | West | 1.61 km |
| Bindaura Paraspur | South | 1.82 km |
| Karsakala | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Alipur | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Mallapur | West | 2.92 km |
| Ahata | East | 2.94 km |
| Garri | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Mathura | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Baranpur | South | 3.40 km |
| Lain | South | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puraina
Puraina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chowka Ghat, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Puraina is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Puraina is about 40 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 Puraina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puraina
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 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puraina
Where is Puraina located?
Puraina village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puraina?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraina is Bindaura Paraspur.
What is the pincode of Puraina?
The pincode of Puraina is 225201.
What is the population of Puraina?
Puraina had a total population of 950, including 525 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Puraina?
Puraina had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraina was 52.29%. Male literacy was 58.09% and female literacy was 45.38%.