Purwa - Sirmour, Rewa
Purwa is a village situated in the Sirmour tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirmour and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Purwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa is 465462. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.64 hectares and falls under the 486448 pincode. Sirmour is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Mangawan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rewa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purwa
According to the 2011 Census, Purwa village had a total population of 484 people, including 223 males and 261 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 1,170 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.49%, with male literacy at 89.58% and female literacy at 71.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | 223 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 172 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 51 | 92 |
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
Purwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Purwa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sirmour to Purwa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Purwa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purwa
Where is Purwa located?
Purwa village is located in Sirmour 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 486448.
What is the population of Purwa?
Purwa had a total population of 484, including 223 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Purwa?
Purwa had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa was 79.49%. Male literacy was 89.58% and female literacy was 71.31%.