Pujar Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Pujar Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 56 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pujar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pujar Gaon is 044324. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.35 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Pujar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pujar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Pujar Gaon village has a total population of 205 people, consisting of 96 males and 109 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,135 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 47 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pujar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 205 | 96 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 14 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Pujar Gaon
Pujar Gaon 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 Pujar Gaon
Public transport in the Pujar Gaon is mainly available through bus 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 Chamba to Pujar Gaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pujar Gaon is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pujar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pujar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pujar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pujar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pujar Gaon
Where is Pujar Gaon located?
Pujar Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pujar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pujar Gaon is Jargaon.
What is the pincode of Pujar Gaon?
The pincode of Pujar Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Pujar Gaon?
Pujar Gaon has a total population of 205, including 96 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Pujar Gaon?
There are 42 households in Pujar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pujar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pujar Gaon is 77.07%. Male literacy is 85.42% and female literacy is 69.72%.