Puriyag Maphi - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Puriyag Maphi is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Gartir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puriyag Maphi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puriyag Maphi is 049637. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.23 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Puriyag Maphi 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puriyag Maphi
According to the 2011 Census, Puriyag Maphi village had a total population of 76 people, including 33 males and 43 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,303 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Puriyag Maphi
Puriyag Maphi 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 Puriyag Maphi
Public transport in the Puriyag Maphi 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 Didihat to Puriyag Maphi is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Puriyag Maphi is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puriyag Maphi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puriyag Maphi 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 Puriyag Maphi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puriyag Maphi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puriyag Maphi
Where is Puriyag Maphi located?
Puriyag Maphi village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puriyag Maphi?
The Gram Panchayat of Puriyag Maphi is Gartir.
What is the pincode of Puriyag Maphi?
The pincode of Puriyag Maphi is 262531.
What is the population of Puriyag Maphi?
Puriyag Maphi had a total population of 76, including 33 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Puriyag Maphi?
Puriyag Maphi had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puriyag Maphi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puriyag Maphi was 86.57%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 80.00%.