Puraun - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Puraun is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Purayoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puraun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraun is 133701. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.08 hectares and falls under the 242307 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Puraun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tilhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puraun
As per Census 2011, Puraun village has a total population of 1,539 people, consisting of 832 males and 707 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 711 literate and 828 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puraun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,539 | 832 | 707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 145 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 146 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 453 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 379 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Puraun
Puraun 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Husainpur | East | 0.53 km |
| Jogipur | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Sunaura Azamtpur | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Rampur Navediya | South | 1.72 km |
| Rta | North | 1.92 km |
| Rujaari | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Barhepur | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Bakhtyarpur | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Makrandpur Bangar | East | 2.17 km |
| Biharipur Muriya | South | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puraun
Puraun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahadurpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.7 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 Shahjahanpur to Puraun is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Puraun is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puraun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraun 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 Puraun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraun 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 Puraun
Where is Puraun located?
Puraun village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraun?
The Gram Panchayat of Puraun is Purayoon.
What is the pincode of Puraun?
The pincode of Puraun is 242307.
What is the population of Puraun?
Puraun has a total population of 1,539, including 832 males and 707 females.
How many households are there in Puraun?
There are 276 households in Puraun.
What is the literacy rate in Puraun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraun is 46.20%. Male literacy is 54.45% and female literacy is 36.49%.