Puraina - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Puraina is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Puraina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puraina is 177261. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.6 hectares and falls under the 272152 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Puraina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumariyaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puraina
As per Census 2011, Puraina village has a total population of 635 people, consisting of 333 males and 302 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puraina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 635 | 333 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 204 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 129 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Puraina
Puraina 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 Puraina
Public transport in the Puraina is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Puraina is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Puraina is about 37 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 Puraina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puraina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puraina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puraina 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puraina
Where is Puraina located?
Puraina village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puraina?
Puraina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puraina?
The pincode of Puraina is 272152.
What is the population of Puraina?
Puraina has a total population of 635, including 333 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Puraina?
There are 95 households in Puraina.
What is the literacy rate in Puraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puraina is 51.97%. Male literacy is 61.26% and female literacy is 41.72%.