Puruwala Santokhgarh - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Puruwala Santokhgarh is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Puruwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puruwala Santokhgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puruwala Santokhgarh is 023305. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.34 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Puruwala Santokhgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puruwala Santokhgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Puruwala Santokhgarh village had a total population of 434 people, including 234 males and 200 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.95%, with male literacy at 85.64% and female literacy at 69.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 434 | 234 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 173 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 61 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Puruwala Santokhgarh
Puruwala Santokhgarh is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puruwala Santokhgarh
Puruwala Santokhgarh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Puruwala Santokhgarh is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puruwala Santokhgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puruwala Santokhgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Puruwala Santokhgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puruwala Santokhgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puruwala Santokhgarh
Where is Puruwala Santokhgarh located?
Puruwala Santokhgarh village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puruwala Santokhgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Puruwala Santokhgarh is Puruwala.
What is the pincode of Puruwala Santokhgarh?
The pincode of Puruwala Santokhgarh is 173001.
What is the population of Puruwala Santokhgarh?
Puruwala Santokhgarh had a total population of 434, including 234 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Puruwala Santokhgarh?
Puruwala Santokhgarh had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puruwala Santokhgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puruwala Santokhgarh was 77.95%. Male literacy was 85.64% and female literacy was 69.27%.