Purava - Malihabad, Lucknow
Purava is a village situated in the Malihabad tehsil of Lucknow district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malihabad and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Lucknow. Purava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purava is 143138. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.04 hectares and falls under the 226104 pincode.
Purava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purava
According to the 2011 Census, Purava village had a total population of 1,463 people, including 783 males and 680 females, living in 304 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 78.58% and female literacy at 56.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,019.
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 | 1,463 | 783 | 680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 92 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,019 | 546 | 473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 543 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 240 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Purava
Purava 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dular Mau | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Bhulsi | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Dheremau | South-West | 1.05 km |
| Tilsua | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Soodi | South | 1.66 km |
| Kharata | West | 1.90 km |
| Bakhtiyar Nagar | East | 1.94 km |
| Bari Jalalpur | East | 2.03 km |
| Datali | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Sherpurmau | South | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purava
Purava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malihabad, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lucknow to Purava is about 28 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 Purava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purava 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 Purava
Where is Purava located?
Purava village is located in Malihabad Tehsil, Lucknow district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purava?
Purava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purava?
The pincode of Purava is 226104.
What is the population of Purava?
Purava had a total population of 1,463, including 783 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Purava?
Purava had 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purava was 68.42%. Male literacy was 78.58% and female literacy was 56.36%.