Purana - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Purana is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Purana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purana is 212958. The village covers a total geographical area of 1129.53 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Ghorwal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Purana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purana
As per Census 2011, Purana village has a total population of 2,052 people, consisting of 1,028 males and 1,024 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,117 literate and 935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,052 | 1,028 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 195 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,163 | 584 | 579 |
| Literate Population | 1,117 | 657 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 371 | 564 |
Nearby Villages of Purana
Purana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathartal | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Semarwar | South | 1.83 km |
| Dewerikatha | East | 2.25 km |
| Karia | South | 2.70 km |
| Rehi | West | 2.76 km |
| Mahokhar | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Madhaka | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Phulwari | South | 3.02 km |
| Karsoata | South | 3.23 km |
| Sirsain | South-West | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purana
Purana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghorwal to Purana is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Purana is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purana 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Purana
Where is Purana located?
Purana village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purana?
Purana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purana?
The pincode of Purana is 231210.
What is the population of Purana?
Purana has a total population of 2,052, including 1,028 males and 1,024 females.
How many households are there in Purana?
There are 368 households in Purana.
What is the literacy rate in Purana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purana is 54.43%. Male literacy is 63.91% and female literacy is 44.92%.