Purara
Purara is a village located in Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Garud (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Purara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purara unique in its vibrant Garud-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Purara’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 Purara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purara is 051321. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263641. Bageshwar is nearest town to Purara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Purara
Population of Purara
According to the 2011 Census, Purara has a total population of about 1,016, with approximately 477 males and 539 females. The sex ratio is around 1129 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 144 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 401 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 75.00%, with male literacy at about 81.13% and female literacy near 69.57%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,016 | 477 | 539 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 188 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 762 | 387 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 90 | 164 |
Connectivity of Purara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purara. As per the 2011 stats, Purara 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 Purara
Knowing the nearby villages of Purara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purara
- Where is Purara located?
- Purara village is situated in Garud Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purara?
- Purara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Purara?
- The pincode of Purara is 263641, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purara is 1,016, with 477 males and 539 females.
- How many households are there in Purara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purara village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purara is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 81.13%, while the female literacy rate is 69.57%.