Purkuni
Purkuni is a village located in Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Kapkot (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Purkuni village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Purkuni unique in its vibrant Kapkot-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Purkuni’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 Purkuni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purkuni is 050601. The village spans a total geographical area of 281.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263642. Bageshwar is nearest town to Purkuni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Purkuni
Population of Purkuni
According to the 2011 Census, Purkuni has a total population of about 976, with approximately 446 males and 530 females. The sex ratio is around 1188 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.20%, with male literacy at about 68.83% and female literacy near 41.89%. There are around 243 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purkuni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 | 446 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 307 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 139 | 308 |
Connectivity of Purkuni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purkuni. As per the 2011 stats, Purkuni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purkuni
Knowing the nearby villages of Purkuni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purkuni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purkuni
- Where is Purkuni located?
- Purkuni village is situated in Kapkot Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purkuni?
- Purkuni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Purkuni?
- The pincode of Purkuni is 263642, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purkuni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purkuni is 976, with 446 males and 530 females.
- How many households are there in Purkuni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purkuni village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purkuni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purkuni is 54.20%. The male literacy rate is 68.83%, while the female literacy rate is 41.89%.