Ghoora Purwa - Chandla, Chhatarpur
Ghoora Purwa is a village situated in the Chandla tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandla and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Ghoora Purwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghoora Purwa is 457621. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.64 hectares and falls under the 471525 pincode. Chandla is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ghoora Purwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghoora Purwa
As per Census 2011, Ghoora Purwa village has a total population of 1,049 people, consisting of 556 males and 493 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 563 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghoora Purwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,049 | 556 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 107 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 163 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 486 | 319 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 237 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Ghoora Purwa
Ghoora Purwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padari | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Ratanpur | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Kanbhaee | West | 1.38 km |
| Jarawara | South | 2.04 km |
| Bairagiya Pukhari | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Bishankhera | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Bansiya | East | 2.40 km |
| Byas Badaura | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Khurd Gudha | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Binamak Har | North-West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghoora Purwa
Ghoora Purwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Singhpur Dumra, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandla to Ghoora Purwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Ghoora Purwa is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghoora Purwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghoora Purwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghoora Purwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghoora Purwa 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghoora Purwa
Where is Ghoora Purwa located?
Ghoora Purwa village is located in Chandla Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghoora Purwa?
Ghoora Purwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghoora Purwa?
The pincode of Ghoora Purwa is 471525.
What is the population of Ghoora Purwa?
Ghoora Purwa has a total population of 1,049, including 556 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Ghoora Purwa?
There are 202 households in Ghoora Purwa.
What is the literacy rate in Ghoora Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghoora Purwa is 46.33%. Male literacy is 57.37% and female literacy is 33.87%.