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.

Purai has its own place in the vibrant Unnao region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Purai

Below is a concise population overview of Purai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purai village:

  • The total population of Purai village is around 2,905, including approximately 1,481 males and 1,424 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 378 children aged 0–6 years in Purai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purai village has 648 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purai village is about 62.62%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 51.47%.
  • There are around 587 households in Purai village.

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.

Kotwar Malauna Bhagwantpur Diwara Hindhnagar Kundunpur Hindupur Gaura Pokhari Niyoti Bisramau

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%.