Purkipur Dihwa - Ikauna, Shrawasti
Purkipur Dihwa is a village situated in the Ikauna tehsil of Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ikauna and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Bhinga. Purkhipurdihwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purkipur Dihwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purkipur Dihwa is 172998. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.32 hectares and falls under the 271804 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Purkipur Dihwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrawasti Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Purkipur Dihwa
According to the 2011 Census, Purkipur Dihwa village had a total population of 750 people, including 386 males and 364 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.91%, with male literacy at 84.10% and female literacy at 52.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 750 | 386 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 275 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 111 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Purkipur Dihwa
Purkipur Dihwa 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 Purkipur Dihwa
Purkipur Dihwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Purkipur Dihwa is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhinga to Purkipur Dihwa is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purkipur Dihwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purkipur Dihwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purkipur Dihwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purkipur Dihwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purkipur Dihwa
Where is Purkipur Dihwa located?
Purkipur Dihwa village is located in Ikauna Tehsil, Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purkipur Dihwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Purkipur Dihwa is Purkhipurdihwa.
What is the pincode of Purkipur Dihwa?
The pincode of Purkipur Dihwa is 271804.
What is the population of Purkipur Dihwa?
Purkipur Dihwa had a total population of 750, including 386 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Purkipur Dihwa?
Purkipur Dihwa had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purkipur Dihwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purkipur Dihwa was 68.91%. Male literacy was 84.10% and female literacy was 52.19%.