Pureson - Harraiya, Basti
Pureson is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Purey Chetan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pureson village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pureson is 179940. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.56 hectares and falls under the 272129 pincode. Bati is the nearest town.
Pureson 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 Pureson
According to the 2011 Census, Pureson village had a total population of 20 people, including 12 males and 8 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.89%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 12.50%.
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 | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Pureson
Pureson 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Sangram | North-West | 0.32 km |
| Shambhupur | North-East | 0.44 km |
| Pipari Sangram | North-West | 0.53 km |
| Ashaji Duhi Pure Chetan | North-West | 0.95 km |
| Khemrajpur | North | 0.96 km |
| Pakari Sangram | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Sahjira Pure Dukhi | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Betavan | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Bharpapur Gairmustakham | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Gopalpur Panday | East | 1.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pureson
Pureson is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bilhar Ghat, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.7 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 Pureson is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pureson
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pureson village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pureson
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pureson 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 Pureson
Where is Pureson located?
Pureson village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pureson?
The Gram Panchayat of Pureson is Purey Chetan.
What is the pincode of Pureson?
The pincode of Pureson is 272129.
What is the population of Pureson?
Pureson had a total population of 20, including 12 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Pureson?
Pureson had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pureson?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pureson was 38.89%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 12.50%.