Puranpur Nagla - Chandpur, Bijnor
Puranpur Nagla is a village situated in the Chandpur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bijnaur. Pooranpurnagla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puranpur Nagla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranpur Nagla is 114469. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.8 hectares and falls under the 246734 pincode. Noorpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Puranpur Nagla 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 Noorpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puranpur Nagla
According to the 2011 Census, Puranpur Nagla village had a total population of 1,650 people, including 871 males and 779 females, living in 293 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.69%, with male literacy at 80.25% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 288.
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 | 1,650 | 871 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 162 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 153 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 954 | 569 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 302 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Puranpur Nagla
Puranpur Nagla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasanpur Billoch | South-East | 0.94 km |
| Daulatpur Billoch | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Rahta Billoch | West | 1.45 km |
| Puranpur Siana | South | 1.56 km |
| Khanpur Billoch | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Chelapur | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Alampur Adva | North | 2.00 km |
| Abidnagar Urf Dhundli | East | 2.03 km |
| Yaqubpur Billoch | West | 2.04 km |
| Gohavarjait | North | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puranpur Nagla
Puranpur Nagla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mewa Nawada, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Noorpur to Puranpur Nagla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnaur to Puranpur Nagla is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puranpur Nagla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranpur Nagla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puranpur Nagla
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 Nagla 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 Puranpur Nagla
Where is Puranpur Nagla located?
Puranpur Nagla village is located in Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puranpur Nagla?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranpur Nagla is Pooranpurnagla.
What is the pincode of Puranpur Nagla?
The pincode of Puranpur Nagla is 246734.
What is the population of Puranpur Nagla?
Puranpur Nagla had a total population of 1,650, including 871 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Puranpur Nagla?
Puranpur Nagla had 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpur Nagla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranpur Nagla was 69.69%. Male literacy was 80.25% and female literacy was 58.33%.