Sarai Puraini - Nagina, Bijnor
Sarai Puraini is a village situated in the Nagina tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagina and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Kalyanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarai Puraini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarai Puraini is 112904. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.22 hectares and falls under the 246764 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sarai Puraini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Moradabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarai Puraini
As per Census 2011, Sarai Puraini village has a total population of 508 people, consisting of 266 males and 242 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarai Puraini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 508 | 266 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 207 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 59 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Sarai Puraini
Sarai Puraini 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjhera Sakru | South | 0.72 km |
| Rasheedpur Taran | North | 1.12 km |
| Jamalpur Khadar Ahatmali | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Kabamuddinpur Chandu | West | 1.33 km |
| Teebri | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Nanglasari | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Jamalpur Makhloot | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Hakimpur Megha | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Hakimpurchandan | South | 2.05 km |
| Puraini Khas | West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarai Puraini
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sarai Puraini. The nearest railway station is Puraini, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijnor to Sarai Puraini is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Sarai Puraini is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarai Puraini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarai Puraini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sarai Puraini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarai Puraini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sarai Puraini
Where is Sarai Puraini located?
Sarai Puraini village is located in Nagina Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarai Puraini?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarai Puraini is Kalyanpur.
What is the pincode of Sarai Puraini?
The pincode of Sarai Puraini is 246764.
What is the population of Sarai Puraini?
Sarai Puraini has a total population of 508, including 266 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Sarai Puraini?
There are 92 households in Sarai Puraini.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai Puraini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai Puraini is 71.06%. Male literacy is 77.82% and female literacy is 63.64%.