Purguwan
About Purguwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purguwan village is 490999. Purguwan village is located in Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarwara (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Purguwan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 571.21 hectares. Purguwan has a total population of 1,302 peoples, out of which male population is 692 while female population is 610. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 881 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purguwan village is 60.83% out of which 67.05% males and 53.77% females are literate. There are about 311 houses in purguwan village.
When it comes to administration, Purguwan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purguwan village comes under Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency. Gadarwara is nearest town to purguwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Purguwan
The population details of Purguwan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,302 | 692 | 610 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 197 | 114 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 165 | 95 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 464 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 228 | 282 |
Connectivity of Purguwan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purguwan
Where is Purguwan located?
Purguwan village is situated in Gadarwara Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purguwan?
Purguwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Purguwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purguwan is 1,302, with 692 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Purguwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purguwan village has a total of 311 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purguwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purguwan is 60.83%. The male literacy rate is 67.05%, while the female literacy rate is 53.77%.