Pura - Ghuwara, Chhatarpur
Pura is a village situated in the Ghuwara tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghuwara and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Budor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pura is 458223. The village covers a total geographical area of 341.35 hectares and falls under the 471313 pincode. Ghuwara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Pura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Pura village had a total population of 501 people, including 265 males and 236 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.32%, with male literacy at 83.54% and female literacy at 69.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172.
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 | 501 | 265 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 22 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 203 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 62 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Pura
Pura 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 Pura
Pura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghuwara to Pura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Pura is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pura
Where is Pura located?
Pura village is located in Ghuwara Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pura is Budor.
What is the pincode of Pura?
The pincode of Pura is 471313.
What is the population of Pura?
Pura had a total population of 501, including 265 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Pura?
Pura had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pura was 77.32%. Male literacy was 83.54% and female literacy was 69.70%.