Puratani - Tahrauli, Jhansi
Puratani is a village situated in the Tahrauli tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrauli and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Atrauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puratani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puratani is 152543. The village covers a total geographical area of 589.57 hectares and falls under the 284206 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Puratani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mauranipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puratani
As per Census 2011, Puratani village has a total population of 641 people, consisting of 341 males and 300 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 448 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puratani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 341 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 120 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 267 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 74 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Puratani
Puratani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barwar | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Basari | West | 2.20 km |
| Atrauli | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Bela | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Dabar | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Maigaon | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Dhawari | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Lathawara | South | 3.64 km |
| Khiriya | West | 4.66 km |
| Rajapur | South-East | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puratani
Puratani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rora, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhansi to Puratani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Puratani is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puratani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puratani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puratani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puratani 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 Puratani
Where is Puratani located?
Puratani village is located in Tahrauli Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puratani?
The Gram Panchayat of Puratani is Atrauli.
What is the pincode of Puratani?
The pincode of Puratani is 284206.
What is the population of Puratani?
Puratani has a total population of 641, including 341 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Puratani?
There are 127 households in Puratani.
What is the literacy rate in Puratani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puratani is 69.89%. Male literacy is 78.30% and female literacy is 60.33%.