Purwa - Khalilabad, Sant Kabir Nagar
Purwa is a village situated in the Khalilabad tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalilabad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Purwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwa is 182474. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.56 hectares and falls under the 272178 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Purwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khalilabad 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 1,104 people, including 579 males and 525 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.89%, with male literacy at 81.97% and female literacy at 62.67%.
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 | 1,104 | 579 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 91 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 400 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 179 | 253 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Sant Kabir Nagar to Purwa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purwa
Where is Purwa located?
Purwa village is located in Khalilabad Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purwa?
Purwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purwa?
The pincode of Purwa is 272178.
What is the population of Purwa?
Purwa had a total population of 1,104, including 579 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Purwa?
Purwa had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwa was 72.89%. Male literacy was 81.97% and female literacy was 62.67%.