Pure Bed - Harraiya, Basti
Pure Bed is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Kunwagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pure Bed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pure Bed is 180034. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.03 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pure Bed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pure Bed
According to the 2011 Census, Pure Bed village had a total population of 339 people, including 165 males and 174 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.52%, with male literacy at 83.82% and female literacy at 68.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 339 | 165 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 114 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 51 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Pure Bed
Pure Bed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajuri | South-West | 0.59 km |
| Kotwalpur | North | 0.63 km |
| Bhuwar Bairan | East | 0.70 km |
| Charthikatik | South-East | 0.82 km |
| Dholwapur | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Baraijot | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Pure Bairag | North-East | 1.02 km |
| Mahadeva Puran | North-West | 1.03 km |
| Pure Nadai | East | 1.23 km |
| Pure Tilak | West | 1.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pure Bed
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Pure Bed. The nearest railway station is Bilhar Ghat, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Pure Bed is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pure Bed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pure Bed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pure Bed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pure Bed 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pure Bed
Where is Pure Bed located?
Pure Bed village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pure Bed?
The Gram Panchayat of Pure Bed is Kunwagaon.
What is the pincode of Pure Bed?
The pincode of Pure Bed is 272131.
What is the population of Pure Bed?
Pure Bed had a total population of 339, including 165 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Pure Bed?
Pure Bed had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pure Bed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pure Bed was 75.52%. Male literacy was 83.82% and female literacy was 68.00%.