How many villages are listed for Purnia district?
Purnia district has 1,273 Census 2011 village records in this directory. They are grouped across 14 blocks in Bihar.
Indian Village Directory
Purnia District Village Directory
The Purnia district village directory covers 1,273 Census 2011 village records across 14 blocks in Bihar. These records help you compare Census village codes, population, households, village area, local facilities, nearest-town details and administrative paths before opening an individual village profile. Across the available records, Purnia district has 1,113 inhabited villages, 160 uninhabited village entries, 2,921,614 people and 581,363 households, with 307,403 hectares of recorded village area. For quick comparison, Amour has the most village records; Dhamdaha is the largest listed village by population; Dhamdaha has the largest recorded area. The facility summary adds local context: primary school is reported for 1,113 villages, mobile coverage is reported for 481 villages, all-weather road is reported for 795 villages. The figures are prepared from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records; postal context covers 191 offices and 23 PINs; banking context uses Reserve Bank of India (RBI) ATM, CDM and CRM access records.
Local Admin Units14
Villages1,273
Population2,921,614
Households581,363
Area (ha)307,402.97
Blocks in Purnia
The block-wise table compares 14 blocks in Purnia district using Census 2011 village records. Amour has 162 villages, about 13% of the district list. Banmankhi has the largest listed village population at 321,079 people. Dhamdaha covers the largest recorded village area.
| Block | Census Code | Villages | Village Share | Inhabited % | Population | Population Share | Avg Pop / Village | Households | Area (ha) | Area Share | Pop / sq km | Largest Village |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amour | 01138 | 162 | 13% | 93% | 290,559 | 9.9% | 1,794 | 60,042 | 24,502.06 | 8% | 1,185.9 | Hakka |
| Baisa | 01139 | 132 | 10% | 89% | 193,127 | 6.6% | 1,463 | 39,106 | 20,725.03 | 6.7% | 931.9 | Chanduar |
| Baisi | 01140 | 130 | 10% | 86% | 227,706 | 7.8% | 1,752 | 45,092 | 20,460.46 | 6.7% | 1,112.9 | Asja Mawaia |
| Banmankhi | 01128 | 107 | 8.4% | 76% | 321,079 | 11% | 3,001 | 62,750 | 34,869.59 | 11% | 920.8 | Rupauli |
| Barhara | 01129 | 62 | 4.9% | 85% | 209,000 | 7.2% | 3,371 | 41,159 | 22,971 | 7.5% | 909.8 | Sukhsena |
| Bhawanipur | 01130 | 88 | 6.9% | 75% | 161,720 | 5.5% | 1,838 | 30,772 | 16,065 | 5.2% | 1,006.7 | Bhawanipur Rajdham |
| Dagarua | 01141 | 154 | 12% | 91% | 221,142 | 7.6% | 1,436 | 45,567 | 20,991 | 6.8% | 1,053.5 | Dagarua |
| Dhamdaha | 01132 | 81 | 6.4% | 89% | 288,084 | 9.9% | 3,557 | 55,911 | 36,251.87 | 12% | 794.7 | Dhamdaha |
| Jalalgarh | 01137 | 47 | 3.7% | 98% | 112,951 | 3.9% | 2,403 | 23,098 | 11,321 | 3.7% | 997.7 | Ekamba |
| Kasba | 01135 | 61 | 4.8% | 97% | 157,920 | 5.4% | 2,589 | 30,900 | 15,222 | 5% | 1,037.4 | Lakhna |
| Krityanand Nagar | 01133 | 84 | 6.6% | 81% | 230,504 | 7.9% | 2,744 | 46,461 | 28,467.51 | 9.3% | 809.7 | Bithnauli Khemchand |
| Purnia East | 01134 | 83 | 6.5% | 93% | 163,078 | 5.6% | 1,965 | 31,138 | 16,500 | 5.4% | 988.4 | Chandi |
| Rupauli | 01131 | 55 | 4.3% | 80% | 234,686 | 8% | 4,267 | 47,144 | 24,834 | 8.1% | 945 | Goriar |
| Srinagar | 01136 | 27 | 2.1% | 100% | 110,058 | 3.8% | 4,076 | 22,223 | 14,222.45 | 4.6% | 773.8 | Khokha |
Blocks with the most village records
Amour, Dagarua and Baisa are the blocks with the most village records in Purnia district. Amour ranks first with 162 villages, 290,559 people and 1,185.9 people per sq km. Use this ranking to start local village search, Census code lookup and block comparison.
| Rank | Block | Villages | Village Share | Population | Population Share | Area (ha) | Area Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amour | 162 | 13% | 290,559 | 9.9% | 24,502.06 | 8% |
| 2 | Dagarua | 154 | 12% | 221,142 | 7.6% | 20,991 | 6.8% |
| 3 | Baisa | 132 | 10% | 193,127 | 6.6% | 20,725.03 | 6.7% |
| 4 | Baisi | 130 | 10% | 227,706 | 7.8% | 20,460.46 | 6.7% |
| 5 | Banmankhi | 107 | 8.4% | 321,079 | 11% | 34,869.59 | 11% |
| 6 | Bhawanipur | 88 | 6.9% | 161,720 | 5.5% | 16,065 | 5.2% |
| 7 | Krityanand Nagar | 84 | 6.6% | 230,504 | 7.9% | 28,467.51 | 9.3% |
| 8 | Purnia East | 83 | 6.5% | 163,078 | 5.6% | 16,500 | 5.4% |
| 9 | Dhamdaha | 81 | 6.4% | 288,084 | 9.9% | 36,251.87 | 12% |
| 10 | Barhara | 62 | 4.9% | 209,000 | 7.2% | 22,971 | 7.5% |
Largest Villages by Population
Dhamdaha is the highest-population village listed for Purnia district, with 37,987 people and 7,616 households. That is 1.3% of the district's listed village population. The average household size is 5. The nearest town is Banmankhi; 18.0 km away.
| Rank | Village | Population | District Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dhamdaha | 37,987 | 1.3% | 7,616 | 5 | 4,004 | 948.7 | Banmankhi | 18.0 |
| 2 | Bhawanipur Rajdham | 28,649 | 1% | 5,206 | 5.5 | 2,070 | 1,384 | Purnia | 45.0 |
| 3 | Goriar | 26,408 | 0.9% | 5,473 | 4.8 | 2,690 | 981.7 | Purnia | 55.0 |
| 4 | Mogalia Purandaha | 24,908 | 0.9% | 4,954 | 5 | 3,367 | 739.8 | Banmankhi | 15.0 |
| 5 | Koili Semra | 22,208 | 0.8% | 4,351 | 5.1 | 2,004 | 1,108.2 | Purnia | 50.0 |
| 6 | Rupauli | 20,172 | 0.7% | 3,515 | 5.7 | 2,023 | 997.1 | Banmankhi | 22.0 |
| 7 | Bithnauli Khemchand | 19,662 | 0.7% | 4,367 | 4.5 | 2,564 | 766.8 | Purnia | 15.0 |
| 8 | Khokha | 19,277 | 0.7% | 3,802 | 5.1 | 1,953 | 987 | Purnia | 30.0 |
| 9 | Ramnagar Pharsahi | 18,757 | 0.6% | 3,653 | 5.1 | 2,251.18 | 833.2 | Banmankhi | 8.0 |
| 10 | Kohbara Urf Ramnagar | 17,605 | 0.6% | 3,762 | 4.7 | 1,700 | 1,035.6 | Purnia | 25.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Dhamdaha has the largest recorded village area in Purnia district at 4,004 hectares. It represents 1.3% of the district's listed village area. Its listed population density is 948.7 people per sq km. Use area figures for broad comparison only; land and revenue checks should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | District Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dhamdaha | 4,004 | 1.3% | 37,987 | 948.7 | 7,616 | 1.9 | Banmankhi | 18.0 |
| 2 | Mogalia Purandaha | 3,367 | 1.1% | 24,908 | 739.8 | 4,954 | 1.47 | Banmankhi | 15.0 |
| 3 | Goriar | 2,690 | 0.9% | 26,408 | 981.7 | 5,473 | 2.03 | Purnia | 55.0 |
| 4 | Bithnauli Khemchand | 2,564 | 0.8% | 19,662 | 766.8 | 4,367 | 1.7 | Purnia | 15.0 |
| 5 | Ramnagar Pharsahi | 2,251.18 | 0.7% | 18,757 | 833.2 | 3,653 | 1.62 | Banmankhi | 8.0 |
| 6 | Bhaua Parbal | 2,179 | 0.7% | 1,808 | 83 | 359 | 0.16 | Purnia | 60.0 |
| 7 | Balua Kachhari | 2,162 | 0.7% | 13,819 | 639.2 | 2,926 | 1.35 | Banmankhi | 25.0 |
| 8 | Ganeshpur | 2,125 | 0.7% | 16,745 | 788 | 3,401 | 1.6 | Purnia | 15.0 |
| 9 | Kajha | 2,121 | 0.7% | 14,713 | 693.7 | 2,967 | 1.4 | Purnia | 14.0 |
| 10 | Bhawanipur Rajdham | 2,070 | 0.7% | 28,649 | 1,384 | 5,206 | 2.51 | Purnia | 45.0 |
Post Offices and PIN Codes in Purnia District
Purnia has 191 post office records across 23 PIN codes in the available postal dataset. Use this summary for address reference, PIN-code grouping and nearby post-office checks.
The postal summary adds India Post address-reference context for Purnia district without turning the page into a full postal dump. It covers 191 offices across 23 PIN codes, including 188 delivery offices and 170 branch offices. PIN 854204 has the highest listed post-office count here with 20 offices. Selected rows are shown for quick reading; verify complete address and delivery details with India Post.
Please verify important address details with India Post before using PIN or post office information for postal, legal, banking or official work.
Post Offices / 100 Villages15
PIN Codes / 100 Villages1.8
Delivery Office %98%
Branch Office %89%
Coordinate Coverage %98%
- Post Offices
- 191
- Unique PIN Codes
- 23
- Delivery Offices
- 188
- Non-delivery Offices
- 3
- Head Offices
- 1
- Sub Offices
- 20
- Branch Offices
- 170
Top PIN Codes by Post Office Count
| PIN Code | Post Offices |
|---|---|
| 854204 | 20 |
| 854315 | 18 |
| 854330 | 17 |
| 854304 | 17 |
| 854202 | 15 |
| 854325 | 14 |
| 854102 | 13 |
| 854203 | 12 |
| 854303 | 11 |
| 854326 | 8 |
| 854306 | 7 |
| 854205 | 7 |
| 854337 | 6 |
| 854327 | 5 |
| 854201 | 4 |
| 852122 | 4 |
| 854301 | 4 |
| 853204 | 3 |
| 852101 | 2 |
| 854302 | 1 |
Office Type Summary
| Office Type | Post Offices |
|---|---|
| Head Office | 1 |
| Sub Office | 20 |
| Branch Office | 170 |
Selected Post Offices and PIN Codes
| Office Name | PIN | Type | Delivery | Division | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purnea Ho | 854301 | Head Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Baisi So | 854315 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Banaili So | 854201 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Banmankhi So | 854202 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Barhara Kothi So | 854203 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bhawanipur Rajdham So | 854204 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Chopra Ram Nagar So | 854102 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Dhamdaha So | 854205 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Garhbanaili So | 854325 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Gulabbagh So | 854326 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Jalalgarh So | 854327 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Kasba So Purnia | 854330 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Khuskibagh So | 854305 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Purnea Chowk So | 854304 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Purnea City So | 854302 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Purnea Polyticnic So | 854303 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Ranipatra So | 854337 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Sarsi So | 854306 | Post Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bhatta Bazar So | 854301 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Purnea Court So | 854301 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Purnea Db So | 854301 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Adhang Bo | 854330 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Ahilgaon Bo | 854327 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Ajhokopa Bo | 854204 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Akarthapa Bo | 854102 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Akbarpur Bo | 852116 | Branch Office | Delivery | Saharsa Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Amari Kukron Bo | 854205 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Amour Bo | 854315 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Asja Mobaiya Bo | 854315 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Aurahi Gobindpur Bo | 854202 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bagnagar Bo | 854325 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bahdura Bo | 854204 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bahora Bo | 854306 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Balia Bo | 853204 | Branch Office | Delivery | Bhagalpur Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Ballia Bo | 854204 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Balua Kachahari Bo | 854201 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Banshi Purandaha Bo | 854205 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bara Idagah Bo | 854330 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bardela Bo | 854204 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Barhari Bo | 854204 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Barsauni Bo | 854326 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Begumpur Bo | 854330 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bela Rikbaganj Bo | 854304 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Belouri Bo | 854326 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Belwa Bo | 854337 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Betouna Bo | 854330 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bhangha Chandpur Bo | 852122 | Branch Office | Delivery | Saharsa Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bharmara Bo | 854330 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bhatottar Chakla Bo | 854203 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bhatsara Bo | 854203 | Branch Office | Delivery | Purnea Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services in Purnia District
Purnia district has 185 bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The records cover 21 banks and 20 PIN codes. The list includes 140 ATMs, 41 CRMs and 3 CDMs. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 80 entries (43%). PIN code 854301 has the highest listed banking access count, with 87 records (47%). The density is 14.5 records per 100 village records. Use this section to understand local banking access patterns, then confirm current service status with the bank before visiting.
Please verify with the bank before visiting any ATM, CDM or CRM location, including the current address, service status and timings.
Records / 100 Villages14.5
ATM Share76%
CDM Share1.6%
CRM Share22%
Records / Bank8.8
- ATM/CDM/CRM Records
- 185
- ATMs
- 140
- CRMs
- 41
- CDMs
- 3
- Electronic Kiosks
- 1
- Banks
- 21
- PINs
- 20
Device Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 140 | 76% |
| CRM | 41 | 22% |
| CDM | 3 | 1.6% |
| Electronic Kiosk | 1 | 0.5% |
Top Banks in This Area
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India | 80 | 43% |
| Canara Bank | 20 | 11% |
| Bank of Baroda | 14 | 7.6% |
| Central Bank of India | 10 | 5.4% |
| Punjab National Bank | 10 | 5.4% |
Top PIN Codes by Banking Access Records
| PIN Code | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 854301 | 87 | 47% |
| 854326 | 16 | 8.6% |
| 854315 | 12 | 6.5% |
| 854330 | 11 | 5.9% |
| 854202 | 11 | 5.9% |
| 854205 | 8 | 4.3% |
| 854302 | 5 | 2.7% |
| 854327 | 5 | 2.7% |
| 854201 | 4 | 2.2% |
| 854204 | 4 | 2.2% |
| 854303 | 4 | 2.2% |
| 854306 | 3 | 1.6% |
| 845301 | 3 | 1.6% |
| 854325 | 2 | 1.1% |
| 854304 | 2 | 1.1% |
| 854337 | 2 | 1.1% |
| 854102 | 2 | 1.1% |
| 854305 | 2 | 1.1% |
| 845310 | 1 | 0.5% |
| 854203 | 1 | 0.5% |
Block-wise ATM/CDM/CRM Summary
| Block | Records | ATMs | CRMs | CDMs | Banks | PINs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amour | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Baisa | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Baisi | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Banmankhi | 13 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 3 |
| Barhara | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Bhawanipur | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Dagarua | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 7 |
| Dhamdaha | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| Jalalgarh | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| Kasba | 13 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 4 |
| Krityanand Nagar | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Purnia East | 112 | 77 | 31 | 3 | 21 | 9 |
| Rupauli | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Srinagar | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
The selected rows show bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records for Purnia district from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data, including banks such as State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank. The visible sample includes PIN codes such as 854315, 854202 and 854306. Verify the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India | ATM | 854315 | Purnia | Amour | Amour | Via Baisi, District-Purnia-854315 Beside Jio Point, Main Road, at +po+ps-Amour, Purnia, Bihar, 854315 |
| Bank of Baroda | ATM | 854202 | Purnia | Banmankhi | Banmankhi Bazar (Np) | Banmankhi Near Anup Lal Mehta Chowk, Purnia, Bihar, 854202 |
| Canara Bank | ATM | 854315 | Purnia | Baisi | Simalbari | At: Simalbari Simalbari, Purnia, Bihar, 854315 |
| Central Bank of India | ATM | 854315 | Purnia | Baisi | Baisi | Baisi Baisi, P. O. Baisi, Dist.purnea, 854315, Purnia, Bihar, 854315 |
| State Bank of India | CRM | 854315 | Purnia | Amour | Bishunpur | Bishunpur, Teh.amour Bishunpur, Teh.amour, Purnia, Bihar, 854315 |
| Bank of Baroda | ATM | 854306 | Purnia | Banmankhi | Bahora | Banmakhi Purnia Bahora, Raniganj, Purnia, Bihar, 854306 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 854315 | Purnia | Baisa | Rauta | Rauta Khalil Market, Rauta Hat Rauta, Purnia, Bihar, 854315 |
| State Bank of India | ATM | 854315 | Purnia | Amour | Fakirtoli | Fakirtoli at-Fakirtoli Po-Asja Mobaiya, Ps-Amour, Purnia, Bihar, 854315 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) details are based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code, district or sub-district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Population Summary
Purnia district's village records list 2,921,614 people in 581,363 households. The average household size is 5. The listed village population density is 950.4 people per sq km.
Average Population / Village2,295
Average Household Size5
Inhabited Village %87%
Population Density / sq km950.4
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population2,921,614
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage connects Purnia district villages with local governance names used in Census 2011 records. The page reports 14 CD blocks, 234 Gram Panchayats and 12 nearest-town names. Common nearest-town references include Banmankhi, Banmankhi' and Banmankhia.
CD Blocks Reported14
Gram Panchayats Reported234
Nearest Town Names Reported12
CD blocks reported: Amour, Baisa, Baisi, Banmankhi, Barhara, Bhawanipur, Dagarua, Dhamdaha, Jalalgarh, Kasba, Krityanand Nagar, Purnia East and more.
Gram Panchayats reported: Adhang, Adhkaili, Amgacchi, Amour, Arbana Chakla, Asiani, Asja Mawaia, Aurahi, Babhani, Badaidgha, Bahora, Baisi and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields for Purnia district. The strongest reported signals are primary school in 1,113 villages (87% of district records), mobile coverage in 481 villages (38% of district records), all-weather road in 795 villages (62% of district records). Lower-count fields include Mobile Coverage and Domestic Power Supply, so users should verify current services locally. Treat these figures as historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 1,113 | 1,113 | — | 87.43 |
| Mobile Coverage | 481 | 1,113 | — | 37.78 |
| All-Weather Road | 795 | 1,113 | — | 62.45 |
| PDS Shop | 1,051 | 1,113 | — | 82.56 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 485 | 1,113 | — | 38.10 |
Median Nearest Town Distance25 km
Villages within 5 km50
Villages over 25 km542
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 50 | 4.5% |
| 5-10 Km | 112 | 10% |
| 10-25 Km | 409 | 37% |
| Over 25 Km | 542 | 49% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance highlights show how Purnia villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 1,113 villages, with an average of 30.85 km and a median of 25 km. 50 villages are within 5 km of a listed town, while 542 are over 25 km away. Use these figures for orientation, not for survey, emergency travel or legal decisions.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 1,113 | 30.85 | 90 | Kabaia | Purnia |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains what is available for Purnia district. Across the visible sections, the page summarises 26 data fields and 30,378 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 7,638 | 5,092 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 3,499 | 2,377 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 3,659 | 3,338 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 8,904 | 1,998 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 2,226 | 1,276 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 1,113 | 1,051 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 3,339 | 1,449 |
Official Reference Links
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Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
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- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which block has the most village records in Purnia district?
Amour has the most village records in Purnia district, with 162 entries. This is 13% of the district list, with 290,559 people where population is reported.
Which village has the highest population in Purnia district?
Dhamdaha is the highest-population village shown for Purnia district, with 37,987 people and 7,616 households. It accounts for 1.3% of the listed district village population.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Purnia district?
Dhamdaha has the largest recorded village area in this directory for Purnia district, at 4,004 hectares. It represents 1.3% of the district's listed village area.
What population details are available for Purnia district villages?
The population summary includes 2,921,614 people, 581,363 households, male and female population, sex ratio, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe figures where reported. For this page, average household size is 5 and population density is 950.4 people per sq km.
What village facilities are reported for Purnia district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-coverage signals include primary school in 1,113 villages (87% of district records), mobile coverage in 481 villages (38% of district records), all-weather road in 795 villages (62% of district records). These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
Does this page show postal and PIN details for Purnia district?
Yes. The postal summary includes 191 offices and 23 PINs for Purnia district. That is about 15 offices per 100 village records. Verify important address details with India Post.
What does the bank ATM, CDM and CRM data mean for Purnia district?
The banking section shows bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. Purnia district has 185 banking service records, about 14.5 records per 100 village records. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 80 entries. Current service details should be verified with the bank.
Which PIN code has the most bank ATM, CDM and CRM records in Purnia district?
PIN code 854301 has the most listed bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records in Purnia district, with 87 records in the available RBI-sourced data. Verify current service details with the bank before visiting.
How do I find a Census village code in Purnia district?
Start from the block-wise table, open the local page, then choose the village. Village profiles show the Census village code where it is listed in the Census 2011 record.
How can I verify land records for villages in Purnia district?
Use the official land-record portal for Bihar, or the district and revenue office links where available. Most portals ask for district, block, village and a record number such as khata, khatiyan, plot, khasra or owner name depending on the state. Vill is for village directory context, not land ownership proof.
Is the Purnia district village data live or historical?
The village details are mainly based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some administrative names, facilities, PINs or services may have changed after 2011, so verify important details with official sources.