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.

Purara has its own place in the vibrant Bageshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Purara

Below is a concise population overview of Purara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purara village:

  • The total population of Purara village is around 1,016, including approximately 477 males and 539 females, with a sex ratio of 1129 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 144 children aged 0–6 years in Purara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purara village has 401 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purara village is about 75.00%, with male literacy at 81.13% and female literacy at 69.57%.
  • There are around 221 households in Purara village.

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%.