Puranpur Narottam - Najibabad, Bijnor
Puranpur Narottam is a village situated in the Najibabad tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Najibabad and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Puranpur Narottam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranpur Narottam is 111691. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 246763 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Puranpur Narottam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Najibabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puranpur Narottam
According to the 2011 Census, Puranpur Narottam village had a total population of 1,137 people, including 596 males and 541 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.90%, with male literacy at 83.00% and female literacy at 64.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 777.
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 | 1,137 | 596 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 90 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 777 | 407 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 420 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 176 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Puranpur Narottam
Puranpur Narottam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatehullapu Durg | South-West | 0.95 km |
| Boureki | West | 1.16 km |
| Hajipur | East | 1.21 km |
| Shah Alipur Naki | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Bashirpur | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Dhanora | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Ibrahimpur Baban | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Saidpuri | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Noorpur Dehara | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Arafpur Khajuri | North-East | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puranpur Narottam
Puranpur Narottam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Najibabad Jn, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijnor to Puranpur Narottam is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Puranpur Narottam is about 36 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 Puranpur Narottam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranpur Narottam 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 Narottam
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 Narottam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puranpur Narottam
Where is Puranpur Narottam located?
Puranpur Narottam village is located in Najibabad Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranpur Narottam?
Puranpur Narottam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puranpur Narottam?
The pincode of Puranpur Narottam is 246763.
What is the population of Puranpur Narottam?
Puranpur Narottam had a total population of 1,137, including 596 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Puranpur Narottam?
Puranpur Narottam had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpur Narottam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranpur Narottam was 73.90%. Male literacy was 83.00% and female literacy was 64.03%.