Putpuri - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Putpuri is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Dhari and around 95 km from Nainital. Putpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putpuri is 055023. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.44 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Putpuri 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 Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Putpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Putpuri village had a total population of 219 people, including 110 males and 109 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.02%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 219 | 110 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 93 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 17 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Putpuri
Putpuri 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 Putpuri
Putpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainital to Putpuri is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Putpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Putpuri
Where is Putpuri located?
Putpuri village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Putpuri?
Putpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Putpuri?
The pincode of Putpuri is 263157.
What is the population of Putpuri?
Putpuri had a total population of 219, including 110 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Putpuri?
Putpuri had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Putpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putpuri was 84.02%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 73.68%.