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
According to the 2011 Census, Purkuni village had a total population of 976 people, including 446 males and 530 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.35%, with male literacy at 81.87% and female literacy at 48.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 976 | 446 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 976, including 446 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Purkuni?
Purkuni had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purkuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purkuni was 63.35%. Male literacy was 81.87% and female literacy was 48.26%.