Arurhi Paturi - Joshimath, Chamoli
Arurhi Paturi is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Lam Bagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arurhi Paturi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arurhi Paturi is 040811. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.57 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Arurhi Paturi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arurhi Paturi
According to the 2011 Census, Arurhi Paturi village had a total population of 609 people, including 307 males and 302 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.63%, with male literacy at 96.58% and female literacy at 76.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 609 | 307 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 254 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 53 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Arurhi Paturi
Arurhi Paturi 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 Arurhi Paturi
Public transport in the Arurhi Paturi 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 Joshimath to Arurhi Paturi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Arurhi Paturi is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arurhi Paturi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arurhi Paturi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arurhi Paturi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arurhi Paturi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Arurhi Paturi
Where is Arurhi Paturi located?
Arurhi Paturi village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arurhi Paturi?
The Gram Panchayat of Arurhi Paturi is Lam Bagar.
What is the pincode of Arurhi Paturi?
The pincode of Arurhi Paturi is 246443.
What is the population of Arurhi Paturi?
Arurhi Paturi had a total population of 609, including 307 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Arurhi Paturi?
Arurhi Paturi had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arurhi Paturi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arurhi Paturi was 86.63%. Male literacy was 96.58% and female literacy was 76.28%.