Purwana

Purwana is a village located in Jakholi tehsil of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Jakholi (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Rudraprayag. As per 2009 stats, Nag is the gram panchayat of Purwana village.

Purwana has its own place in the vibrant Rudraprayag region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Purwana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purwana is 042662. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246141. Rudraprayag is nearest town to Purwana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Purwana

Below is a concise population overview of Purwana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 199 100 99
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 20 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 44 27 17
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 130 74 56
Illiterate Population 69 26 43

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purwana village:

  • The total population of Purwana village is around 199, including approximately 100 males and 99 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Purwana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purwana village has 44 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purwana village is about 65.33%, with male literacy at 74.00% and female literacy at 56.57%.
  • There are around 42 households in Purwana village.

Connectivity of Purwana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purwana. As per the 2011 stats, Purwana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Purwana

Knowing the nearby villages of Purwana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purwana.

Kurchholi Rahar Khal Bagjiwala Nag Dharkot Atholi Bharnga Palot Bainoli Barshot

Frequently Asked Questions about Purwana

Where is Purwana located?
Purwana village is situated in Jakholi Tehsil, within the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwana?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwana is Nag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purwana?
The pincode of Purwana is 246141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purwana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purwana is 199, with 100 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Purwana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purwana village has a total of 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purwana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purwana is 65.33%. The male literacy rate is 74.00%, while the female literacy rate is 56.57%.