Pyura - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Pyura is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Pyura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pyura is 054565. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.48 hectares and falls under the 263138 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Pyura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pyura
According to the 2011 Census, Pyura village had a total population of 515 people, including 265 males and 250 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.07%, with male literacy at 96.58% and female literacy at 85.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 515 | 265 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 226 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 39 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Pyura
Pyura 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 Pyura
Public transport in the Pyura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Pyura is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Pyura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pyura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pyura 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 Pyura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pyura 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 Pyura
Where is Pyura located?
Pyura village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pyura?
Pyura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pyura?
The pincode of Pyura is 263138.
What is the population of Pyura?
Pyura had a total population of 515, including 265 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Pyura?
Pyura had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pyura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pyura was 91.07%. Male literacy was 96.58% and female literacy was 85.33%.