Poorawala - Viratnagar, Kotputli-Behror
Poorawala is a village situated in the Viratnagar tehsil of Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from Viratnagar and around 90 km from Jaipur. Pura Wala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poorawala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poorawala is 079223. The village covers a total geographical area of 406.45 hectares and falls under the 303003 pincode. Viratnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Poorawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viratnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaipur Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poorawala
According to the 2011 Census, Poorawala village had a total population of 1,053 people, including 544 males and 509 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.52%, with male literacy at 79.69% and female literacy at 42.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,053 | 544 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 96 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 357 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 187 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Poorawala
Poorawala 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 Poorawala
Poorawala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Viratnagar to Poorawala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Poorawala is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poorawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poorawala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Poorawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poorawala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Poorawala
Where is Poorawala located?
Poorawala village is located in Viratnagar Tehsil, Kotputli-Behror district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poorawala?
The Gram Panchayat of Poorawala is Pura Wala.
What is the pincode of Poorawala?
The pincode of Poorawala is 303003.
What is the population of Poorawala?
Poorawala had a total population of 1,053, including 544 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Poorawala?
Poorawala had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poorawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poorawala was 61.52%. Male literacy was 79.69% and female literacy was 42.14%.