Pura - Garautha, Jhansi
Pura is a village situated in the Garautha tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garautha and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Jaswant Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pura is 152408. The village covers a total geographical area of 377.21 hectares and falls under the 284203 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Pura village had a total population of 504 people, including 255 males and 249 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.90%, with male literacy at 76.89% and female literacy at 46.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 202.
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 | 504 | 255 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 104 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 173 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 82 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Pura
Pura 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 Pura
Pura 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 NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhansi to Pura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Pura is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pura
Where is Pura located?
Pura village is located in Garautha Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pura is Jaswant Pura.
What is the pincode of Pura?
The pincode of Pura is 284203.
What is the population of Pura?
Pura had a total population of 504, including 255 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Pura?
Pura had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pura was 61.90%. Male literacy was 76.89% and female literacy was 46.30%.