Pure Sahan - Harraiya, Basti
Pure Sahan is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Phersahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pure Sahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pure Sahan is 180162. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.15 hectares and falls under the 272155 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Pure Sahan 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 Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pure Sahan
According to the 2011 Census, Pure Sahan village had a total population of 558 people, including 294 males and 264 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.04%, with male literacy at 84.31% and female literacy at 58.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131.
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 | 558 | 294 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 215 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 79 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Pure Sahan
Pure Sahan 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 Pure Sahan
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Pure Sahan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Pure Sahan
Where is Pure Sahan located?
Pure Sahan village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pure Sahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pure Sahan is Phersahan.
What is the pincode of Pure Sahan?
The pincode of Pure Sahan is 272155.
What is the population of Pure Sahan?
Pure Sahan had a total population of 558, including 294 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Pure Sahan?
Pure Sahan had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pure Sahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pure Sahan was 72.04%. Male literacy was 84.31% and female literacy was 58.72%.