Puranpur - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Puranpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Sarsanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranpur is 164220. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.19 hectares and falls under the 225201 pincode. Suratgang is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Puranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Puranpur
As per Census 2011, Puranpur village has a total population of 180 people, consisting of 99 males and 81 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 118 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puranpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 99 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 55 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 44 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Puranpur
Puranpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fazilpur | South-East | 0.86 km |
| Jamka | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Raikolwa | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Parasrampur | South | 2.21 km |
| Majhara Tawkali | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Khujhi | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Udhiya | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Sarsanda | West | 3.06 km |
| Bighauli | South | 3.07 km |
| Kanchnapur | West | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puranpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Puranpur. The nearest railway station is Chowka Ghat, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Suratgang to Puranpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Puranpur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 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 Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranpur is Sarsanda.
What is the pincode of Puranpur?
The pincode of Puranpur is 225201.
What is the population of Puranpur?
Puranpur has a total population of 180, including 99 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Puranpur?
There are 19 households in Puranpur.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranpur is 34.44%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 8.64%.