Puraspar - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Puraspar is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Puraspar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraspar is 186982. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.03 hectares and falls under the 273213 pincode.
Puraspar 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 Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puraspar
According to the 2011 Census, Puraspar village had a total population of 554 people, including 290 males and 264 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 88.35% and female literacy at 62.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 554 | 290 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 41 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 220 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 70 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Puraspar
Puraspar 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 Puraspar
Puraspar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Puraspar 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 Puraspar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraspar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puraspar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraspar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puraspar
Where is Puraspar located?
Puraspar village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puraspar?
Puraspar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puraspar?
The pincode of Puraspar is 273213.
What is the population of Puraspar?
Puraspar had a total population of 554, including 290 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Puraspar?
Puraspar had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraspar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraspar was 75.61%. Male literacy was 88.35% and female literacy was 62.34%.