Puhrupath
Puhrupath is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Phorupeth is the gram panchayat of Puhrupath village.
Here you can discover what makes Puhrupath unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Puhrupath’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 Puhrupath
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puhrupath is 000187. The village spans a total geographical area of 339.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Puhrupath village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Puhrupath
Population of Puhrupath
According to the 2011 Census, Puhrupath has a total population of about 3,051, with approximately 1,676 males and 1,375 females. The sex ratio is around 820 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 696 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.70%, with male literacy at about 67.72% and female literacy near 47.71%. There are around 385 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puhrupath's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,051 | 1,676 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 366 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,791 | 1,135 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,260 | 541 | 719 |
Connectivity of Puhrupath
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puhrupath. As per the 2011 stats, Puhrupath had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puhrupath
Knowing the nearby villages of Puhrupath helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puhrupath.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puhrupath
- Where is Puhrupath located?
- Puhrupath village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puhrupath?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puhrupath is Phorupeth (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puhrupath?
- The pincode of Puhrupath is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puhrupath as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puhrupath is 3,051, with 1,676 males and 1,375 females.
- How many households are there in Puhrupath as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puhrupath village has a total of 385 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puhrupath as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puhrupath is 58.70%. The male literacy rate is 67.72%, while the female literacy rate is 47.71%.