Purwal Gaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Purwal Gaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 102 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Purwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwal Gaon is 043028. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.2 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Purwal Gaon 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purwal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Purwal Gaon village had a total population of 467 people, including 222 males and 245 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.15%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 54.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276.
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 | 467 | 222 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 147 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 75 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Purwal Gaon
Purwal Gaon 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 Purwal Gaon
Public transport in the Purwal Gaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purwal Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tehri to Purwal Gaon is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Purwal Gaon is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purwal Gaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Purwal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purwal Gaon 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purwal Gaon
Where is Purwal Gaon located?
Purwal Gaon village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Purwal Gaon is Purwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Purwal Gaon?
The pincode of Purwal Gaon is 249155.
What is the population of Purwal Gaon?
Purwal Gaon had a total population of 467, including 222 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Purwal Gaon?
Purwal Gaon had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwal Gaon was 68.15%. Male literacy was 84.00% and female literacy was 54.81%.