Purasarwan
Purasarwan is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Purasarwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purasarwan unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Purasarwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Purasarwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purasarwan is 200205. The village spans a total geographical area of 114.28 hectares. Shahganj is nearest town to Purasarwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Purasarwan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Purasarwan
Population of Purasarwan
According to the 2011 Census, Purasarwan has a total population of about 1,138, with approximately 576 males and 562 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 204 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.94%, with male literacy at about 57.29% and female literacy near 30.25%. There are around 152 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purasarwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,138 | 576 | 562 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 98 | 106 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 500 | 330 | 170 |
Illiterate Population | 638 | 246 | 392 |
Connectivity of Purasarwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purasarwan. As per the 2011 stats, Purasarwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purasarwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Purasarwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purasarwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purasarwan
- Where is Purasarwan located?
- Purasarwan village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purasarwan?
- Purasarwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Purasarwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purasarwan is 1,138, with 576 males and 562 females.
- How many households are there in Purasarwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purasarwan village has a total of 152 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purasarwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purasarwan is 43.94%. The male literacy rate is 57.29%, while the female literacy rate is 30.25%.