Puraina - Rudhauli, Basti
Puraina is a village situated in the Rudhauli tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rudhauli and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Natai Kla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraina is 181577. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.11 hectares and falls under the 272151 pincode. Bansi is the nearest town.
Puraina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Puraina
According to the 2011 Census, Puraina village had a total population of 612 people, including 309 males and 303 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.22%, with male literacy at 58.40% and female literacy at 47.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 263, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 612 | 309 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 136 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 153 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 156 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Puraina
Puraina 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 Puraina
Puraina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Puraina is about 38 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puraina
Where is Puraina located?
Puraina village is located in Rudhauli Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puraina?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraina is Natai Kla.
What is the pincode of Puraina?
The pincode of Puraina is 272151.
What is the population of Puraina?
Puraina had a total population of 612, including 309 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Puraina?
Puraina had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraina was 53.22%. Male literacy was 58.40% and female literacy was 47.81%.