Purankot - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Purankot is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Kotdwara and around 103 km from Pauri. Puran Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purankot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purankot is 048461. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.81 hectares and falls under the 246127 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Purankot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purankot
According to the 2011 Census, Purankot village had a total population of 216 people, including 119 males and 97 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.31%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 76.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 216 | 119 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 92 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 27 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Purankot
Purankot is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Boir Gaon | South | 0.84 km |
| Koli Gaon | North | 0.89 km |
| Chanda Walla | North | 1.68 km |
| Borgaon Laga Kaithogi | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Gyanpur | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Jugri Sain | East | 1.85 km |
| Badol Gaon | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Chanda Palla | North | 2.19 km |
| Kimusera | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Dalkhil Maliya | North-West | 2.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purankot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Purankot. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.2 km.
| 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 Dogadda to Purankot is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Purankot is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purankot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purankot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purankot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purankot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purankot
Where is Purankot located?
Purankot village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purankot?
The Gram Panchayat of Purankot is Puran Kot.
What is the pincode of Purankot?
The pincode of Purankot is 246127.
What is the population of Purankot?
Purankot had a total population of 216, including 119 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Purankot?
Purankot had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purankot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purankot was 85.31%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 76.62%.