Puraganu - Bilhaur, Kanpur Nagar
Puraganu is a village situated in the Bilhaur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bilhaur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Nathoopur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraganu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraganu is 150200. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.42 hectares and falls under the 209203 pincode. Kanpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Puraganu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puraganu
According to the 2011 Census, Puraganu village had a total population of 406 people, including 217 males and 189 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.49%, with male literacy at 85.13% and female literacy at 70.55%.
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 | 406 | 217 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 166 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 51 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Puraganu
Puraganu 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 Puraganu
Puraganu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Puraganu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Puraganu is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Puraganu is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puraganu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraganu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puraganu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraganu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puraganu
Where is Puraganu located?
Puraganu village is located in Bilhaur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraganu?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraganu is Nathoopur.
What is the pincode of Puraganu?
The pincode of Puraganu is 209203.
What is the population of Puraganu?
Puraganu had a total population of 406, including 217 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Puraganu?
Puraganu had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puraganu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraganu was 78.49%. Male literacy was 85.13% and female literacy was 70.55%.