Pur - Bawani Khera, Bhiwani
Pur is a village situated in the Bawani Khera tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bawani Khera and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhiwani. Pur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pur is 061129. The village covers a total geographical area of 2029 hectares and falls under the 127032 pincode. Bawani Khera is the nearest town.
Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bawani Khera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hisar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pur
As per Census 2011, Pur village has a total population of 6,961 people, consisting of 3,682 males and 3,279 females. The village has 1,248 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 896 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,344 literate and 2,617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,961 | 3,682 | 3,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 896 | 495 | 401 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,305 | 720 | 585 |
| Literate Population | 4,344 | 2,599 | 1,745 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,617 | 1,083 | 1,534 |
Nearby Villages of Pur
Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandhana | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Lohari Jatu | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Sumra Khera | South-West | 5.53 km |
| Talu | North-East | 5.70 km |
| Dhanana | East | 7.31 km |
| Prem Nagar | South | 7.33 km |
| Ghuskani | South-East | 7.56 km |
| Kungar | North | 8.66 km |
| Mithathal | South-East | 8.75 km |
| Tigrana | South | 8.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pur
Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sui, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhiwani to Pur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pur
Where is Pur located?
Pur village is located in Bawani Khera Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pur?
Pur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pur?
The pincode of Pur is 127032.
What is the population of Pur?
Pur has a total population of 6,961, including 3,682 males and 3,279 females.
How many households are there in Pur?
There are 1,248 households in Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pur is 62.40%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 53.22%.