Purwala

Purwala is a village located in Narendranagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 74km away from sub-district headquarter Narendra Nagar (tehsildar office) and 127km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Purwala village is also a gram panchayat.

Purwala has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal 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 Purwala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purwala is 044533. The village spans a total geographical area of 136.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249192. Rishikesh is nearest town to Purwala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

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Population of Purwala

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 441 219 222
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 56 24 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 4 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 296 177 119
Illiterate Population 145 42 103

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

  • The total population of Purwala village is around 441, including approximately 219 males and 222 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Purwala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purwala village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purwala village is about 67.12%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 53.60%.
  • There are around 83 households in Purwala village.

Connectivity of Purwala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purwala. As per the 2011 stats, Purwala 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Purwala

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Purwala

Where is Purwala located?
Purwala village is situated in Narendranagar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purwala?
Purwala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Purwala?
The pincode of Purwala is 249192, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purwala is 441, with 219 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Purwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purwala village has a total of 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purwala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purwala is 67.12%. The male literacy rate is 80.82%, while the female literacy rate is 53.60%.