Purwara - Lalganj, Pratapgarh
Purwara is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Purwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwara is 157930. The village covers a total geographical area of 755.96 hectares and falls under the 230132 pincode.
Purwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur khas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pratapgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purwara
As per Census 2011, Purwara village has a total population of 6,050 people, consisting of 3,185 males and 2,865 females. The village has 1,117 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 766 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,905 literate and 3,145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,467 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,050 | 3,185 | 2,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 766 | 418 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,467 | 791 | 676 |
| Literate Population | 2,905 | 1,823 | 1,082 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,145 | 1,362 | 1,783 |
Nearby Villages of Purwara
Purwara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharupur | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Kambhit | East | 1.83 km |
| Pure Gangaram | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Pure Gajai | South | 2.01 km |
| Sarai Naryansingh | North | 2.11 km |
| Tenda | South | 2.16 km |
| Devigarh | West | 2.26 km |
| Pure Hiranand | East | 2.44 km |
| Hernahar | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Purewan | South | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purwara
Purwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kunda Harnamganj, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pratapgarh to Purwara is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purwara 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purwara
Where is Purwara located?
Purwara village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwara?
Purwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purwara?
The pincode of Purwara is 230132.
What is the population of Purwara?
Purwara has a total population of 6,050, including 3,185 males and 2,865 females.
How many households are there in Purwara?
There are 1,117 households in Purwara.
What is the literacy rate in Purwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwara is 48.02%. Male literacy is 57.24% and female literacy is 37.77%.