Paurjuli - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Paurjuli is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Barseer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paurjuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paurjuli is 042617. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.24 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Paurjuli 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paurjuli
According to the 2011 Census, Paurjuli village had a total population of 158 people, including 65 males and 93 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,431 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.84%, with male literacy at 94.00% and female literacy at 70.89%.
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 | 158 | 65 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 47 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 18 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Paurjuli
Paurjuli 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 Paurjuli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Paurjuli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Paurjuli is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paurjuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paurjuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paurjuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paurjuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paurjuli
Where is Paurjuli located?
Paurjuli village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paurjuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Paurjuli is Barseer.
What is the pincode of Paurjuli?
The pincode of Paurjuli is 246141.
What is the population of Paurjuli?
Paurjuli had a total population of 158, including 65 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Paurjuli?
Paurjuli had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paurjuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paurjuli was 79.84%. Male literacy was 94.00% and female literacy was 70.89%.