Pujargaon
Pujargaon is a village located in Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Devprayag (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Pujargaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Pujargaon has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pujargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pujargaon is 043199. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249122. Devprayag is nearest town to Pujargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pujargaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Pujargaon
Below is a concise population overview of Pujargaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 186 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 260 | 152 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 34 | 72 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pujargaon village:
- The total population of Pujargaon village is around 366, including approximately 186 males and 180 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Pujargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pujargaon village has 171 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Pujargaon village is about 71.04%, with male literacy at 81.72% and female literacy at 60.00%.
- There are around 84 households in Pujargaon village.
Connectivity of Pujargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pujargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Pujargaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pujargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Pujargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pujargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pujargaon
- Where is Pujargaon located?
- Pujargaon village is situated in Devprayag Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pujargaon?
- Pujargaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pujargaon?
- The pincode of Pujargaon is 249122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pujargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pujargaon is 366, with 186 males and 180 females.
- How many households are there in Pujargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pujargaon village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pujargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pujargaon is 71.04%. The male literacy rate is 81.72%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.