Purawa Awsan Singh - Lalganj, Mirzapur
Purawa Awsan Singh is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Purwa Ausan Singh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purawa Awsan Singh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purawa Awsan Singh is 212021. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.63 hectares and falls under the 231211 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Purawa Awsan Singh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purawa Awsan Singh
As per Census 2011, Purawa Awsan Singh village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 456 males and 413 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 484 literate and 385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purawa Awsan Singh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 456 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 151 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 484 | 301 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 155 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Purawa Awsan Singh
Purawa Awsan Singh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dohar | North | 1.24 km |
| Harsar | West | 1.83 km |
| Chak Kotar | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Halliya | East | 1.94 km |
| Kotar | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Hathera | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Magar Billa | West | 2.85 km |
| Sothiya Khurd | North | 3.20 km |
| Bari | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Beerpur | South-West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purawa Awsan Singh
Purawa Awsan Singh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jigna, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.0 km.
| 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 Mirzapur to Purawa Awsan Singh is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purawa Awsan Singh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purawa Awsan Singh 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 Purawa Awsan Singh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purawa Awsan Singh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purawa Awsan Singh
Where is Purawa Awsan Singh located?
Purawa Awsan Singh village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purawa Awsan Singh?
The Gram Panchayat of Purawa Awsan Singh is Purwa Ausan Singh.
What is the pincode of Purawa Awsan Singh?
The pincode of Purawa Awsan Singh is 231211.
What is the population of Purawa Awsan Singh?
Purawa Awsan Singh has a total population of 869, including 456 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Purawa Awsan Singh?
There are 139 households in Purawa Awsan Singh.
What is the literacy rate in Purawa Awsan Singh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purawa Awsan Singh is 55.70%. Male literacy is 66.01% and female literacy is 44.31%.