Purawa
About Purawa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purawa village is 088004. Purawa village is located in Gudha Malani tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Gudha Malani (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Arniyali is the gram panchayat of Purawa village.
The total geographical area of village is 738.49 hectares. Purawa has a total population of 1,039 peoples, out of which male population is 552 while female population is 487. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 882 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purawa village is 54.38% out of which 67.21% males and 39.84% females are literate. There are about 199 houses in purawa village. Pincode of purawa village locality is 344704.
When it comes to administration, Purawa village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purawa village comes under Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha constituency & Barmer Lok Sabha constituency. Barmer is nearest town to purawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 89km away.
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Population of Purawa
The population details of Purawa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 552 | 487 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 208 | 97 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 284 | 145 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 127 | 69 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 371 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 181 | 293 |
Connectivity of Purawa
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purawa
Where is Purawa located?
Purawa village is situated in Gudha Malani Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purawa is Arniyali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purawa?
The pincode of Purawa is 344704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purawa is 1,039, with 552 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Purawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purawa village has a total of 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purawa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purawa is 54.38%. The male literacy rate is 67.21%, while the female literacy rate is 39.84%.