Purwa - Gurh, Rewa
Purwa is a village situated in the Gurh tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Purwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa is 467527. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.53 hectares and falls under the 486553 pincode. Gurh is the nearest town, located about 10 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 3,020 people, consisting of 1,580 males and 1,440 females. The village has 741 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,798 literate and 1,222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 654 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 344 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,020 | 1,580 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 219 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 654 | 330 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 178 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 1,798 | 1,050 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,222 | 530 | 692 |
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
Public transport in the Purwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gurh to Purwa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Purwa is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purwa
Where is Purwa located?
Purwa village is located in Gurh Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa?
Purwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purwa?
The pincode of Purwa is 486553.
What is the population of Purwa?
Purwa has a total population of 3,020, including 1,580 males and 1,440 females.
How many households are there in Purwa?
There are 741 households in Purwa.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa is 59.54%. Male literacy is 66.46% and female literacy is 51.94%.