Punauli - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Punauli is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punauli is 050078. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.5 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Punauli
According to the 2011 Census, Punauli village had a total population of 555 people, including 294 males and 261 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.06%, with male literacy at 87.60% and female literacy at 63.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 537.
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 | 555 | 294 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 285 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 219 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 75 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Punauli
Punauli 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 Punauli
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Punauli is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Punauli
Where is Punauli located?
Punauli village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Punauli?
The pincode of Punauli is 262522.
What is the population of Punauli?
Punauli had a total population of 555, including 294 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Punauli?
Punauli had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Punauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punauli was 76.06%. Male literacy was 87.60% and female literacy was 63.06%.