Purwa
About Purwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purwa village is 248016. Purwa village is located in Barhampur subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Barhampur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Nimej is the gram panchayat of Purwa village.
The total geographical area of village is 98.7 hectares. Purwa has a total population of 2,215 peoples, out of which male population is 1,177 while female population is 1,038. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 881 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purwa village is 65.24% out of which 75.19% males and 53.95% females are literate. There are about 313 houses in purwa village.
Dumraon is nearest town to purwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Purwa
The population details of Purwa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,215 | 1,177 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 322 | 169 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 243 | 130 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,445 | 885 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 292 | 478 |
Connectivity of Purwa
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purwa
Where is Purwa located?
Purwa village is situated in Barhampur Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwa is Nimej (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Purwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purwa is 2,215, with 1,177 males and 1,038 females.
How many households are there in Purwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purwa village has a total of 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purwa is 65.24%. The male literacy rate is 75.19%, while the female literacy rate is 53.95%.