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.
Here you can discover what makes Puwala unique in its vibrant Ranapur-Jhabua region. You’ll see Puwala’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 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.
Google Map of Puwala
Population of Puwala
According to the 2011 Census, Puwala has a total population of about 1,022, with approximately 519 males and 503 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,017. The overall literacy rate is approximately 18.88%, with male literacy at about 24.66% and female literacy near 12.92%. There are around 252 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puwala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.