Purena - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Purena is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Laxmipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purena is 132936. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.18 hectares and falls under the 242405 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Purena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purena
According to the 2011 Census, Purena village had a total population of 213 people, including 119 males and 94 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 790 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.43%, with male literacy at 76.19% and female literacy at 50.56%.
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 | 213 | 119 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 80 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 39 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Purena
Purena 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 Purena
Purena is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Purena is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Purena is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purena 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 Purena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purena
Where is Purena located?
Purena village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purena?
The Gram Panchayat of Purena is Laxmipur.
What is the pincode of Purena?
The pincode of Purena is 242405.
What is the population of Purena?
Purena had a total population of 213, including 119 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Purena?
Purena had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purena was 64.43%. Male literacy was 76.19% and female literacy was 50.56%.