Pure Than - Colonelganj, Gonda
Pure Than is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Umariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pure Than village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pure Than is 174877. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.81 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Colonelganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Pure Than village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pure Than
As per Census 2011, Pure Than village has a total population of 482 people, consisting of 265 males and 217 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pure Than are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 482 | 265 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 92 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 133 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 132 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Pure Than
Pure Than 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barwaliya Kurmi | North-West | 0.84 km |
| Umariya | East | 0.84 km |
| Debi Tilmaha | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Ramgarha | North | 1.41 km |
| Vishunpur | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Gourawa Khurd | South | 1.66 km |
| Nahawa Parsaura | West | 1.95 km |
| Pipari Rawat | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Kunwarpur Amarha | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Lakhanapur | South | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pure Than
Pure Than is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kasturi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Colonelganj to Pure Than is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Pure Than is about 31 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 Pure Than
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pure Than village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pure Than
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pure Than village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pure Than
Where is Pure Than located?
Pure Than village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pure Than?
The Gram Panchayat of Pure Than is Umariya.
What is the pincode of Pure Than?
The pincode of Pure Than is 271502.
What is the population of Pure Than?
Pure Than has a total population of 482, including 265 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Pure Than?
There are 93 households in Pure Than.
What is the literacy rate in Pure Than?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pure Than is 40.66%. Male literacy is 50.19% and female literacy is 29.03%.