Purwa - Nagod, Satna
Purwa is a village situated in the Nagod tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagod and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Belgahana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa is 463562. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.78 hectares and falls under the 485447 pincode. Nagod is the nearest town, located about 17 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 791 people, consisting of 407 males and 384 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 238 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 407 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 50 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 279 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 128 | 184 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakargohan | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Bhaihai | North | 1.45 km |
| Majhiyari | South | 1.81 km |
| Belgahna | East | 2.31 km |
| Jhiriya | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Purusottampur | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Singhpur | North | 3.19 km |
| Sujawal | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Chitaudhi | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Chitaudha | South-West | 4.02 km |
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. The nearest railway station is Sagma, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagod to Purwa is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Purwa is about 37 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 >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 Nagod Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwa is Belgahana.
What is the pincode of Purwa?
The pincode of Purwa is 485447.
What is the population of Purwa?
Purwa has a total population of 791, including 407 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Purwa?
There are 195 households in Purwa.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa is 60.56%. Male literacy is 68.55% and female literacy is 52.08%.