Pujargaon - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Pujargaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 72 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pujargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pujargaon is 043199. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.95 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pujargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pujargaon
As per Census 2011, Pujargaon village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 186 males and 180 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pujargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 186 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 152 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 34 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Pujargaon
Pujargaon 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 Pujargaon
Public transport in the Pujargaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Devprayag to Pujargaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pujargaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pujargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pujargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Pujargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pujargaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pujargaon
Where is Pujargaon located?
Pujargaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pujargaon?
Pujargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pujargaon?
The pincode of Pujargaon is 249122.
What is the population of Pujargaon?
Pujargaon has a total population of 366, including 186 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Pujargaon?
There are 84 households in Pujargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pujargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pujargaon is 71.04%. Male literacy is 81.72% and female literacy is 60.00%.