Puranpur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Puranpur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Puranpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranpur is 055549. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.33 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Puranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puranpur
According to the 2011 Census, Puranpur village had a total population of 1,298 people, including 665 males and 633 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.78%, with male literacy at 91.46% and female literacy at 75.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 422.
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 | 1,298 | 665 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 91 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 214 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 525 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 140 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Puranpur
Puranpur 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
Puranpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kaladhungi to Puranpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Puranpur is about 39 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puranpur
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 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puranpur
Where is Puranpur located?
Puranpur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puranpur?
Puranpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puranpur?
The pincode of Puranpur is 263139.
What is the population of Puranpur?
Puranpur had a total population of 1,298, including 665 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Puranpur?
Puranpur had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranpur was 83.78%. Male literacy was 91.46% and female literacy was 75.81%.