Puruwala Kanshipur
Puruwala Kanshipur is a village located in Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 38km away from district headquarter Paonta Sahib. Paonta Sahib is the sub-district headquarter of Puruwala Kanshipur village. As per 2009 stats, Puruwala is the gram panchayat of Puruwala Kanshipur village.
Here you can discover what makes Puruwala Kanshipur unique in its vibrant Paonta Sahib-Sirmaur region. You’ll see Puruwala Kanshipur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Puruwala Kanshipur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puruwala Kanshipur is 023307. The village spans a total geographical area of 210.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173020. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Puruwala Kanshipur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Puruwala Kanshipur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Puruwala Kanshipur
Population of Puruwala Kanshipur
According to the 2011 Census, Puruwala Kanshipur has a total population of about 1,923, with approximately 1,027 males and 896 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 365 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.91%, with male literacy at about 75.17% and female literacy near 59.60%. There are around 366 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puruwala Kanshipur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,923 | 1,027 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 200 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,306 | 772 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 255 | 362 |
Connectivity of Puruwala Kanshipur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puruwala Kanshipur. As per the 2011 stats, Puruwala Kanshipur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puruwala Kanshipur
Knowing the nearby villages of Puruwala Kanshipur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puruwala Kanshipur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puruwala Kanshipur
- Where is Puruwala Kanshipur located?
- Puruwala Kanshipur village is situated in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puruwala Kanshipur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puruwala Kanshipur is Puruwala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puruwala Kanshipur?
- The pincode of Puruwala Kanshipur is 173020, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puruwala Kanshipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puruwala Kanshipur is 1,923, with 1,027 males and 896 females.
- How many households are there in Puruwala Kanshipur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puruwala Kanshipur village has a total of 366 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puruwala Kanshipur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puruwala Kanshipur is 67.91%. The male literacy rate is 75.17%, while the female literacy rate is 59.60%.