Purnaha Buzurg - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Purnaha Buzurg is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padrauna and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Purnaha Buzurg village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purnaha Buzurg is 188505. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.53 hectares and falls under the 274307 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Purnaha Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padrauna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purnaha Buzurg
According to the 2011 Census, Purnaha Buzurg village had a total population of 1,824 people, including 927 males and 897 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.79%, with male literacy at 84.16% and female literacy at 46.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243.
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 | 1,824 | 927 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 138 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 136 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 664 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 263 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Purnaha Buzurg
Purnaha Buzurg 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mathia Prasiddh Tiwari | South-West | 0.88 km |
| Purnaha Misra | East | 0.92 km |
| Ghur Chhapra | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Hasna | South | 1.42 km |
| Dumara Buzurg | East | 1.44 km |
| Bishunpura Buzurg | East | 2.03 km |
| Harpur | South | 2.07 km |
| Patilar | North | 2.15 km |
| Sishan | West | 2.21 km |
| Balkudia | South-West | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purnaha Buzurg
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Purnaha Buzurg. The nearest railway station is Barharagani, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Purnaha Buzurg is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purnaha Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purnaha Buzurg 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purnaha Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purnaha Buzurg 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 Purnaha Buzurg
Where is Purnaha Buzurg located?
Purnaha Buzurg village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purnaha Buzurg?
Purnaha Buzurg is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purnaha Buzurg?
The pincode of Purnaha Buzurg is 274307.
What is the population of Purnaha Buzurg?
Purnaha Buzurg had a total population of 1,824, including 927 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Purnaha Buzurg?
Purnaha Buzurg had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purnaha Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purnaha Buzurg was 65.79%. Male literacy was 84.16% and female literacy was 46.05%.