Puraini - Salempur, Deoria
Puraini is a village situated in the Salempur tehsil of Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 87 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salempur and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Deoria. Puraini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraini is 191213. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.97 hectares and falls under the 274509 pincode. Deoria is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
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 Rampur karkhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puraini
As per Census 2011, Puraini village has a total population of 501 people, consisting of 252 males and 249 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puraini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 252 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 204 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 48 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Puraini
Puraini is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puraini
Public transport in the Puraini is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Puraini.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Deoria to Puraini is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Deoria to Puraini is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puraini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Puraini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puraini
Where is Puraini located?
Puraini village is located in Salempur Tehsil, Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraini?
Puraini is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puraini?
The pincode of Puraini is 274509.
What is the population of Puraini?
Puraini has a total population of 501, including 252 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Puraini?
There are 80 households in Puraini.
What is the literacy rate in Puraini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraini is 73.85%. Male literacy is 80.95% and female literacy is 66.67%.