Purai
Purai is a village located in Bighapur tehsil of Unnao district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Bighapur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Unnao. As per 2009 stats, Porai is the gram panchayat of Purai village.
Here you can discover what makes Purai unique in its vibrant Bighapur-Unnao region. You’ll see Purai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Purai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purai is 142836. The village spans a total geographical area of 240.77 hectares. Unnao is nearest town to Purai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Purai
Population of Purai
According to the 2011 Census, Purai has a total population of about 2,905, with approximately 1,481 males and 1,424 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 378 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 648 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.62%, with male literacy at about 73.33% and female literacy near 51.47%. There are around 587 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,905 | 1,481 | 1,424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 193 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 648 | 317 | 331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,819 | 1,086 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,086 | 395 | 691 |
Connectivity of Purai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purai. As per the 2011 stats, Purai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purai
Knowing the nearby villages of Purai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purai
- Where is Purai located?
- Purai village is situated in Bighapur Tehsil, within the Unnao district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purai is Porai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Purai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purai is 2,905, with 1,481 males and 1,424 females.
- How many households are there in Purai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purai village has a total of 587 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purai is 62.62%. The male literacy rate is 73.33%, while the female literacy rate is 51.47%.