Puwala

Puwala is a village located in Ranapur tehsil of Jhabua district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Ranapur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Jhabua. As per 2009 stats, Puwala village is also a gram panchayat.

Puwala has its own place in the vibrant Jhabua region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Puwala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puwala is 504893. The village spans a total geographical area of 519.89 hectares. Ranapur is nearest town to Puwala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Puwala

Below is a concise population overview of Puwala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,022 519 503
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 172 85 87
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,017 518 499
Literate Population 193 128 65
Illiterate Population 829 391 438

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Puwala village:

  • The total population of Puwala village is around 1,022, including approximately 519 males and 503 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Puwala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Puwala village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,017 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Puwala village is about 18.88%, with male literacy at 24.66% and female literacy at 12.92%.
  • There are around 252 households in Puwala village.

Connectivity of Puwala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puwala. As per the 2011 stats, Puwala 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Puwala

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Puwala

Where is Puwala located?
Puwala village is situated in Ranapur Tehsil, within the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puwala?
Puwala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Puwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puwala is 1,022, with 519 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Puwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Puwala village has a total of 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puwala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puwala is 18.88%. The male literacy rate is 24.66%, while the female literacy rate is 12.92%.