Purwa - Rampur Baghelan, Satna
Purwa is a village situated in the Rampur Baghelan tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rampur Baghelan and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Beernai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa is 464034. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.97 hectares and falls under the 485113 pincode. Satna is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Purwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purwa
According to the 2011 Census, Purwa village had a total population of 428 people, including 215 males and 213 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.60%, with male literacy at 85.16% and female literacy at 70.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 428 | 215 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 155 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 60 | 84 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gahilokhar | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Gauri | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Ghinauchi | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Beernai | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Barbasa | North | 3.08 km |
| Gada | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Richhahari | East | 4.04 km |
| Ganesha | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Delaura | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Karrahai | North | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purwa
Purwa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lagargawan, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Satna to Purwa is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 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) | 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 Rampur Baghelan Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwa is Beernai.
What is the pincode of Purwa?
The pincode of Purwa is 485113.
What is the population of Purwa?
Purwa had a total population of 428, including 215 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Purwa?
Purwa had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa was 77.60%. Male literacy was 85.16% and female literacy was 70.11%.