Purkot - Bageshwar
Purkot is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Purkote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purkot is 050920. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.52 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Purkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purkot
As per Census 2011, Purkot village has a total population of 241 people, consisting of 114 males and 127 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 79 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 114 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 91 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 23 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Purkot
Purkot 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 Purkot
Purkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Purkot is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purkot 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 Purkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purkot 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 Purkot
Where is Purkot located?
Purkot village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Purkot is Purkote.
What is the pincode of Purkot?
The pincode of Purkot is 263634.
What is the population of Purkot?
Purkot has a total population of 241, including 114 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Purkot?
There are 46 households in Purkot.
What is the literacy rate in Purkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purkot is 67.22%. Male literacy is 79.82% and female literacy is 55.91%.