Puran Patti - Varanasi Sadar, Varanasi
Puran Patti is a village situated in the Varanasi Sadar tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Varanasi and around 19 km from Varanasi. Puranpatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puran Patti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puran Patti is 209607. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.37 hectares and falls under the 221101 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Puran Patti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shivpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puran Patti
As per Census 2011, Puran Patti village has a total population of 1,454 people, consisting of 738 males and 716 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 820 literate and 634 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puran Patti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,454 | 738 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 129 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 234 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 820 | 489 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 249 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Puran Patti
Puran Patti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Taraya | South | 0.79 km |
| Vikapur | North-East | 0.89 km |
| Husepur | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Parwatpur | East | 1.14 km |
| Kharagaipur | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Khetalpur | North | 1.30 km |
| Ramagharwan | West | 1.51 km |
| Jigana | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Piyri | South | 1.74 km |
| Mudli | South-East | 1.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puran Patti
The nearest railway station is Kadipur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Puran Patti is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Puran Patti
Where is Puran Patti located?
Puran Patti village is located in Varanasi Sadar Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puran Patti?
The Gram Panchayat of Puran Patti is Puranpatti.
What is the pincode of Puran Patti?
The pincode of Puran Patti is 221101.
What is the population of Puran Patti?
Puran Patti has a total population of 1,454, including 738 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Puran Patti?
There are 273 households in Puran Patti.
What is the literacy rate in Puran Patti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puran Patti is 56.40%. Male literacy is 66.26% and female literacy is 46.23%.