Puruwala
About Puruwala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Puruwala village is 023359. Puruwala village is located in Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Paonta Sahib. Paonta Sahib is the sub-district headquarter of Puruwala village. As per 2009 stats, Dobari Salwala is the gram panchayat of Puruwala village.
The total geographical area of village is 150 hectares. Puruwala has a total population of 1,244 peoples, out of which male population is 667 while female population is 577. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 865 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of puruwala village is 58.12% out of which 66.87% males and 48.01% females are literate. There are about 240 houses in puruwala village. Pincode of puruwala village locality is 173025.
When it comes to administration, Puruwala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Puruwala village comes under Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to puruwala village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Puruwala
The population details of Puruwala 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 | 1,244 | 667 | 577 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 169 | 90 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 446 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 221 | 300 |
Connectivity of Puruwala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Puruwala
Where is Puruwala located?
Puruwala village is situated in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puruwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Puruwala is Dobari Salwala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Puruwala?
The pincode of Puruwala is 173025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Puruwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puruwala is 1,244, with 667 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Puruwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puruwala village has a total of 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puruwala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puruwala is 58.12%. The male literacy rate is 66.87%, while the female literacy rate is 48.01%.