Purwa - Batiyagarh, Damoh
Purwa is a village situated in the Batiyagarh tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batiyagarh and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Belapurwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa is 462040. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.77 hectares and falls under the 470775 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Purwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purwa
As per Census 2011, Purwa village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 84 males and 77 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 84 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 27 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Purwa
Purwa 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 Purwa
Purwa 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatta to Purwa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Purwa is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Purwa 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 Purwa
Where is Purwa located?
Purwa village is located in Batiyagarh Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwa is Belapurwa.
What is the pincode of Purwa?
The pincode of Purwa is 470775.
What is the population of Purwa?
Purwa has a total population of 161, including 84 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Purwa?
There are 39 households in Purwa.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa is 60.87%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 53.25%.