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.

Purkuni 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 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.

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Population of Purkuni

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Purkuni village is around 976, including approximately 446 males and 530 females, with a sex ratio of 1188 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Purkuni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purkuni village has 100 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Purkuni village is about 54.20%, with male literacy at 68.83% and female literacy at 41.89%.
  • There are around 243 households in Purkuni village.

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.

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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%.