Purwa - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Purwa is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Yadwapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa is 187378. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.68 hectares and falls under the 273406 pincode.
Purwa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Purwa village had a total population of 307 people, including 165 males and 142 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.79%, with male literacy at 61.07% and female literacy at 36.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 307 | 165 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 80 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 85 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Purwa
Purwa 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
Purwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 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
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 5-10 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 Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwa is Yadwapur.
What is the pincode of Purwa?
The pincode of Purwa is 273406.
What is the population of Purwa?
Purwa had a total population of 307, including 165 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Purwa?
Purwa had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa was 49.79%. Male literacy was 61.07% and female literacy was 36.61%.