Poora Ratan - Sawayajpur, Hardoi
Poora Ratan is a village situated in the Sawayajpur tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sawayajpur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Beerhijor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poora Ratan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poora Ratan is 139830. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.74 hectares and falls under the 241402 pincode. Sandi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Poora Ratan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawaijpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poora Ratan
As per Census 2011, Poora Ratan village has a total population of 723 people, consisting of 399 males and 324 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 812 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 402 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poora Ratan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 723 | 399 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 273 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 126 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Poora Ratan
Poora Ratan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beerhijor | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Tikar | East | 1.38 km |
| Parchauli | North | 1.49 km |
| Mahday Khurd | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Dayalpur | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Mastapur | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Behthar | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Murwa Shaha Buddinpur | South | 3.14 km |
| Kharuddinpur | North | 3.16 km |
| Surjanapur | West | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poora Ratan
Poora Ratan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khudaganj, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sandi to Poora Ratan is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Poora Ratan is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poora Ratan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poora Ratan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Poora Ratan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poora Ratan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Poora Ratan
Where is Poora Ratan located?
Poora Ratan village is located in Sawayajpur Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poora Ratan?
The Gram Panchayat of Poora Ratan is Beerhijor.
What is the pincode of Poora Ratan?
The pincode of Poora Ratan is 241402.
What is the population of Poora Ratan?
Poora Ratan has a total population of 723, including 399 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Poora Ratan?
There are 106 households in Poora Ratan.
What is the literacy rate in Poora Ratan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poora Ratan is 55.60%. Male literacy is 68.42% and female literacy is 39.81%.