Purwa - Semaria, Rewa
Purwa is a village situated in the Semaria tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Semaria and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Bamhani Ajmer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa is 466047. The village covers a total geographical area of 4110.65 hectares and falls under the 486445 pincode. Semaria is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Purwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Semariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rewa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purwa
As per Census 2011, Purwa village has a total population of 2,361 people, consisting of 1,217 males and 1,144 females. The village has 555 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,184 literate and 1,177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,361 | 1,217 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 214 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 144 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,142 | 601 | 541 |
| Literate Population | 1,184 | 713 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,177 | 504 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Purwa
Purwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ailha | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Chachai | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Maraila | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Thanwariya | West | 5.10 km |
| Ragauli | West | 5.29 km |
| Kolha | North | 5.46 km |
| Bamhaniajmer | North | 5.92 km |
| Atraiya | South-West | 6.02 km |
| Dabrauhi | North | 6.36 km |
| Baraha | South-East | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purwa
Public transport in the Purwa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rewa, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Semaria to Purwa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Purwa is about 28 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purwa
Where is Purwa located?
Purwa village is located in Semaria Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwa is Bamhani Ajmer.
What is the pincode of Purwa?
The pincode of Purwa is 486445.
What is the population of Purwa?
Purwa has a total population of 2,361, including 1,217 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Purwa?
There are 555 households in Purwa.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa is 50.15%. Male literacy is 58.59% and female literacy is 41.17%.