Chaturi Purwa - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Chaturi Purwa is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Chaturi Purwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaturi Purwa is 150766. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.89 hectares and falls under the 209206 pincode. Ghatampur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chaturi 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 Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaturi Purwa
As per Census 2011, Chaturi Purwa village has a total population of 929 people, consisting of 477 males and 452 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaturi Purwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 929 | 477 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 51 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 241 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 332 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 145 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Chaturi Purwa
Chaturi Purwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gauri Ghatampur | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Biriya | West | 1.16 km |
| Herbaspur | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Maniharpur | South | 2.11 km |
| Chaparehta | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Dhamna Khurd | East | 2.22 km |
| Maduri | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Dhamana Bujurg | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Gohrari | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Sakhahari | North | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chaturi Purwa
Chaturi Purwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hamirpur Road, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatampur to Chaturi Purwa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Chaturi Purwa is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaturi Purwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaturi Purwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaturi 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 Chaturi Purwa 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 Chaturi Purwa
Where is Chaturi Purwa located?
Chaturi Purwa village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaturi Purwa?
Chaturi Purwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaturi Purwa?
The pincode of Chaturi Purwa is 209206.
What is the population of Chaturi Purwa?
Chaturi Purwa has a total population of 929, including 477 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Chaturi Purwa?
There are 205 households in Chaturi Purwa.
What is the literacy rate in Chaturi Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaturi Purwa is 60.71%. Male literacy is 69.60% and female literacy is 51.33%.