Purara - Garud, Bageshwar
Purara is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Purara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purara is 051321. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.3 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Purara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purara
According to the 2011 Census, Purara village had a total population of 1,016 people, including 477 males and 539 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.39%, with male literacy at 96.27% and female literacy at 79.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 401.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 762 | 387 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 90 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Purara
Purara 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 Purara
Purara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bageshwar to Purara is about 25 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 Purara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purara
Where is Purara located?
Purara village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purara?
Purara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purara?
The pincode of Purara is 263641.
What is the population of Purara?
Purara had a total population of 1,016, including 477 males and 539 females.
How many households are there in Purara?
Purara had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purara was 87.39%. Male literacy was 96.27% and female literacy was 79.79%.