Puranmau - Bilgram, Hardoi
Puranmau is a village situated in the Bilgram tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilgram and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Puranmau Naikpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puranmau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranmau is 140733. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.69 hectares and falls under the 241303 pincode. Mallawa is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Puranmau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilgram-mallanwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Misrikh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puranmau
As per Census 2011, Puranmau village has a total population of 2,129 people, consisting of 1,157 males and 972 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,264 literate and 865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puranmau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,129 | 1,157 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 182 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 234 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 1,264 | 792 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 365 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Puranmau
Puranmau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murtaza Kullipur | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Nekpur | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Dasraichmau | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Jhakhara | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Kodarmau | South | 2.10 km |
| Behata Kachh | East | 2.13 km |
| Karwa | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Kokatmau | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Thathia Zahidpur | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Hazratpur | North-West | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puranmau
Puranmau is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ganjmuradabad, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mallawa to Puranmau is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Puranmau is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puranmau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranmau 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 Puranmau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puranmau 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 Puranmau
Where is Puranmau located?
Puranmau village is located in Bilgram Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranmau?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranmau is Puranmau Naikpur.
What is the pincode of Puranmau?
The pincode of Puranmau is 241303.
What is the population of Puranmau?
Puranmau has a total population of 2,129, including 1,157 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Puranmau?
There are 343 households in Puranmau.
What is the literacy rate in Puranmau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranmau is 59.37%. Male literacy is 68.45% and female literacy is 48.56%.