Purwala - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Purwala is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 74 km from Narendra Nagar and around 127 km from New Tehri. Purwala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purwala is 044533. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.72 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Purwala 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purwala
According to the 2011 Census, Purwala village had a total population of 441 people, including 219 males and 222 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.88%, with male literacy at 90.77% and female literacy at 62.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 441 | 219 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 177 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 42 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Purwala
Purwala 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 Purwala
Purwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Purwala is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Purwala is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purwala 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purwala
Where is Purwala located?
Purwala village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purwala?
Purwala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purwala?
The pincode of Purwala is 249192.
What is the population of Purwala?
Purwala had a total population of 441, including 219 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Purwala?
Purwala had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purwala was 76.88%. Male literacy was 90.77% and female literacy was 62.63%.