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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sarai Puraini village had a total population of 508 people, including 266 males and 242 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.67%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 72.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 508 | 266 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 508, including 266 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Sarai Puraini?
Sarai Puraini had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarai Puraini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarai Puraini was 81.67%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 72.64%.