Puranpur Kumalia - Haldwani, Nainital
Puranpur Kumalia is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Lamachaur Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puranpur Kumalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranpur Kumalia is 055097. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.33 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Puranpur Kumalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puranpur Kumalia
According to the 2011 Census, Puranpur Kumalia village had a total population of 125 people, including 66 males and 59 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 87.93% and female literacy at 74.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 15 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Puranpur Kumalia
Puranpur Kumalia 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 Puranpur Kumalia
Puranpur Kumalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Puranpur Kumalia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Puranpur Kumalia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Puranpur Kumalia is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puranpur Kumalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranpur Kumalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Puranpur Kumalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puranpur Kumalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puranpur Kumalia
Where is Puranpur Kumalia located?
Puranpur Kumalia village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puranpur Kumalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Puranpur Kumalia is Lamachaur Khas.
What is the pincode of Puranpur Kumalia?
The pincode of Puranpur Kumalia is 263139.
What is the population of Puranpur Kumalia?
Puranpur Kumalia had a total population of 125, including 66 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Puranpur Kumalia?
Puranpur Kumalia had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpur Kumalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranpur Kumalia was 81.48%. Male literacy was 87.93% and female literacy was 74.00%.