Puraina
Puraina is a village located in Maharajganj tehsil of Mahrajganj district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Maharajganj (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Mahrajganj. As per 2009 stats, Paraina is the gram panchayat of Puraina village.
Here you can discover what makes Puraina unique in its vibrant Maharajganj-Mahrajganj region. You’ll see Puraina’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puraina
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puraina is 184728. The village spans a total geographical area of 170.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 273303. Mahrajganj is nearest town to Puraina village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Puraina
Population of Puraina
According to the 2011 Census, Puraina has a total population of about 1,811, with approximately 920 males and 891 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 300 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 597 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.22%, with male literacy at about 66.74% and female literacy near 41.30%. There are around 299 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puraina's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,811 | 920 | 891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 154 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 597 | 318 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 982 | 614 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 306 | 523 |
Connectivity of Puraina
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puraina. As per the 2011 stats, Puraina had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puraina
Knowing the nearby villages of Puraina helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puraina.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puraina
- Where is Puraina located?
- Puraina village is situated in Maharajganj Tehsil, within the Mahrajganj district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puraina?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puraina is Paraina (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puraina?
- The pincode of Puraina is 273303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puraina is 1,811, with 920 males and 891 females.
- How many households are there in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puraina village has a total of 299 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puraina as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puraina is 54.22%. The male literacy rate is 66.74%, while the female literacy rate is 41.30%.