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
As per Census 2011, Purena village has a total population of 213 people, consisting of 119 males and 94 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 789 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 125 literate and 88 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 213 | 119 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| 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 has a total population of 213, including 119 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Purena?
There are 31 households in Purena.
What is the literacy rate in Purena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purena is 58.69%. Male literacy is 67.23% and female literacy is 47.87%.