Purwa

Purwa is a village located in Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Bijawar (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Jharkunwa is the gram panchayat of Purwa village.

Here you can discover what makes Purwa unique in its vibrant Bijawar-Chhatarpur region. You’ll see Purwa’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 Purwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purwa is 458361. The village spans a total geographical area of 1804.96 hectares. Bijawar is nearest town to Purwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.

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Population of Purwa

According to the 2011 Census, Purwa has a total population of about 544, with approximately 290 males and 254 females. The sex ratio is around 875 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 38 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 506. The overall literacy rate is approximately 32.35%, with male literacy at about 38.28% and female literacy near 25.59%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 544 290 254
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 54 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 38 15 23
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 506 275 231
Literate Population 176 111 65
Illiterate Population 368 179 189

Connectivity of Purwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purwa. As per the 2011 stats, Purwa 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available

Nearby Villages of Purwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Purwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purwa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purwa

Where is Purwa located?
Purwa village is situated in Bijawar Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwa is Jharkunwa (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 544, with 290 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Purwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purwa village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purwa is 32.35%. The male literacy rate is 38.28%, while the female literacy rate is 25.59%.