Purana Thal
Purana Thal is a village located in Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Berinag (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Puranathal is the gram panchayat of Purana Thal village.
Here you can discover what makes Purana Thal unique in its vibrant Berinag-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Purana Thal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Purana Thal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purana Thal is 049691. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262531. Didihat is nearest town to Purana Thal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 67km away.
Google Map of Purana Thal
Population of Purana Thal
According to the 2011 Census, Purana Thal has a total population of about 316, with approximately 151 males and 165 females. The sex ratio is around 1092 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 40 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.57%, with male literacy at about 75.50% and female literacy near 66.06%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purana Thal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 316 | 151 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 223 | 114 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 37 | 56 |
Connectivity of Purana Thal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purana Thal. As per the 2011 stats, Purana Thal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purana Thal
Knowing the nearby villages of Purana Thal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purana Thal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purana Thal
- Where is Purana Thal located?
- Purana Thal village is situated in Berinag Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purana Thal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purana Thal is Puranathal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Purana Thal?
- The pincode of Purana Thal is 262531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purana Thal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purana Thal is 316, with 151 males and 165 females.
- How many households are there in Purana Thal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purana Thal village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purana Thal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purana Thal is 70.57%. The male literacy rate is 75.50%, while the female literacy rate is 66.06%.