Purwa - Teonthar, Rewa
Purwa is a village situated in the Teonthar tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teonthar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Dodakiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa is 464891. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 486226 pincode. Teonthar is the nearest town, located about 25 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 169 people, consisting of 80 males and 89 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,112 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 45 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 35 | 59 |
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 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Teonthar to Purwa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Purwa is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Teonthar Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwa is Dodakiya.
What is the pincode of Purwa?
The pincode of Purwa is 486226.
What is the population of Purwa?
Purwa has a total population of 169, including 80 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Purwa?
There are 44 households in Purwa.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa is 44.38%. Male literacy is 56.25% and female literacy is 33.71%.