Purkuni - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Purkuni is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Purkuni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purkuni is 050601. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.93 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Purkuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purkuni
As per Census 2011, Purkuni village has a total population of 976 people, consisting of 446 males and 530 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 1,188 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 529 literate and 447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purkuni are given below:
| Category | 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 307 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 139 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Purkuni
Purkuni 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 Purkuni
Purkuni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Purkuni is about 14 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 Purkuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purkuni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purkuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purkuni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purkuni
Where is Purkuni located?
Purkuni village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purkuni?
Purkuni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purkuni?
The pincode of Purkuni is 263642.
What is the population of Purkuni?
Purkuni has a total population of 976, including 446 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Purkuni?
There are 243 households in Purkuni.
What is the literacy rate in Purkuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purkuni is 54.20%. Male literacy is 68.83% and female literacy is 41.89%.