Purkhas
Purkhas is a village located in Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Ghorawal (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Sonbhadra. As per 2009 stats, Purkhas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purkhas unique in its vibrant Ghorawal-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Purkhas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Purkhas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purkhas is 213044. The village spans a total geographical area of 981.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231210. Sonbhadra is nearest town to Purkhas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Purkhas
Population of Purkhas
According to the 2011 Census, Purkhas has a total population of about 2,324, with approximately 1,179 males and 1,145 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 326 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,011 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 37. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.21%, with male literacy at about 61.83% and female literacy near 48.38%. There are around 397 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purkhas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,324 | 1,179 | 1,145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 168 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,011 | 517 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,283 | 729 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,041 | 450 | 591 |
Connectivity of Purkhas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purkhas. As per the 2011 stats, Purkhas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purkhas
Knowing the nearby villages of Purkhas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purkhas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purkhas
- Where is Purkhas located?
- Purkhas village is situated in Ghorawal Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purkhas?
- Purkhas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Purkhas?
- The pincode of Purkhas is 231210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purkhas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purkhas is 2,324, with 1,179 males and 1,145 females.
- How many households are there in Purkhas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purkhas village has a total of 397 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purkhas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purkhas is 55.21%. The male literacy rate is 61.83%, while the female literacy rate is 48.38%.