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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Puranpur Nagla village has a total population of 1,650 people, consisting of 871 males and 779 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 954 literate and 696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puranpur Nagla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,650 | 871 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 162 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 153 | 135 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,650, including 871 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Puranpur Nagla?
There are 293 households in Puranpur Nagla.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpur Nagla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranpur Nagla is 57.82%. Male literacy is 65.33% and female literacy is 49.42%.