Puldiyana - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Puldiyana is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 85 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Farasoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puldiyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puldiyana is 043209. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.27 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Puldiyana 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 Puldiyana
As per Census 2011, Puldiyana village has a total population of 128 people, consisting of 74 males and 54 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 729 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 48 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puldiyana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 27 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Puldiyana
Puldiyana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Surari | East | 0.97 km |
| Jogiyana | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Rupoli Chak | South | 1.26 km |
| Bhaisakot | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Lawethi | West | 1.60 km |
| Sisai | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Khateli | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Kulakandi | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Pharaswan Gaon | East | 2.01 km |
| Chami | West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puldiyana
Puldiyana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 km.
| 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 Devprayag to Puldiyana is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Puldiyana is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puldiyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puldiyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Puldiyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puldiyana 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 Puldiyana
Where is Puldiyana located?
Puldiyana village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puldiyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Puldiyana is Farasoli.
What is the pincode of Puldiyana?
The pincode of Puldiyana is 249122.
What is the population of Puldiyana?
Puldiyana has a total population of 128, including 74 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Puldiyana?
There are 31 households in Puldiyana.
What is the literacy rate in Puldiyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puldiyana is 62.50%. Male literacy is 63.51% and female literacy is 61.11%.