Puraina
Puraina is a village located in Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Colonelganj (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Gonda. As per 2009 stats, Puraina village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Puraina unique in its vibrant Colonelganj-Gonda region. You’ll see Puraina’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puraina
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puraina is 175104. The village spans a total geographical area of 874.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 271404. Colonelganj is nearest town to Puraina village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Puraina
Population of Puraina
According to the 2011 Census, Puraina has a total population of about 2,943, with approximately 1,533 males and 1,410 females. The sex ratio is around 919 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 439 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 861 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.63%, with male literacy at about 69.54% and female literacy near 48.87%. There are around 405 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puraina's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,943 | 1,533 | 1,410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 245 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 861 | 439 | 422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,755 | 1,066 | 689 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,188 | 467 | 721 |
Connectivity of Puraina
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puraina. As per the 2011 stats, Puraina had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puraina
Knowing the nearby villages of Puraina helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puraina.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puraina
- Where is Puraina located?
- Puraina village is situated in Colonelganj Tehsil, within the Gonda district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puraina?
- Puraina serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Puraina?
- The pincode of Puraina is 271404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puraina is 2,943, with 1,533 males and 1,410 females.
- How many households are there in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puraina village has a total of 405 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puraina is 59.63%. The male literacy rate is 69.54%, while the female literacy rate is 48.87%.