Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Purwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) is 187123. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.48 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth)
According to the 2011 Census, Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) village had a total population of 965 people, including 478 males and 487 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.17%, with male literacy at 77.45% and female literacy at 54.73%.
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 | 965 | 478 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 70 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 316 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 162 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth)
Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) 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 (Tappa Kurmauth)
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth).
| 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 Gorakhpur to Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth)
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 (Tappa Kurmauth) 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 (Tappa Kurmauth)
Where is Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) located?
Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth)?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) is Purwa.
What is the pincode of Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth)?
The pincode of Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) is 273212.
What is the population of Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth)?
Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) had a total population of 965, including 478 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth)?
Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa (Tappa Kurmauth) was 66.17%. Male literacy was 77.45% and female literacy was 54.73%.