Pursottampur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Pursottampur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Patta Pani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pursottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pursottampur is 055469. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.45 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pursottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pursottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Pursottampur village had a total population of 81 people, including 42 males and 39 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.43%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 85.29%.
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 | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Pursottampur
Pursottampur 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 Pursottampur
Pursottampur 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 Pursottampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ramnagar to Pursottampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Pursottampur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pursottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pursottampur 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 Pursottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pursottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pursottampur
Where is Pursottampur located?
Pursottampur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pursottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pursottampur is Patta Pani.
What is the pincode of Pursottampur?
The pincode of Pursottampur is 263140.
What is the population of Pursottampur?
Pursottampur had a total population of 81, including 42 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Pursottampur?
Pursottampur had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pursottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pursottampur was 91.43%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 85.29%.