Pubhaun - Jainti, Almora
Pubhaun is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pubhaun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pubhaun is 053509. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.31 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Pubhaun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pubhaun
As per Census 2011, Pubhaun village has a total population of 641 people, consisting of 281 males and 360 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,281 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 259 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pubhaun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 281 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 68 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 193 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 88 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Pubhaun
Pubhaun 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 Pubhaun
Pubhaun is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Almora to Pubhaun is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pubhaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pubhaun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pubhaun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pubhaun 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 Pubhaun
Where is Pubhaun located?
Pubhaun village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pubhaun?
Pubhaun is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pubhaun?
The pincode of Pubhaun is 263626.
What is the population of Pubhaun?
Pubhaun has a total population of 641, including 281 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Pubhaun?
There are 143 households in Pubhaun.
What is the literacy rate in Pubhaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pubhaun is 59.59%. Male literacy is 68.68% and female literacy is 52.50%.