Pujar Gaon - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Pujar Gaon is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 107 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pujargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pujar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pujar Gaon is 043457. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.15 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Pujar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pujar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pujar Gaon village had a total population of 303 people, including 136 males and 167 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,228 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.10%, with male literacy at 97.35% and female literacy at 68.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 303 | 136 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 110 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 26 | 71 |
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
Pujar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Pujar Gaon is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pujar Gaon is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 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 Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pujar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pujar Gaon is Pujargaon.
What is the pincode of Pujar Gaon?
The pincode of Pujar Gaon is 249165.
What is the population of Pujar Gaon?
Pujar Gaon had a total population of 303, including 136 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Pujar Gaon?
Pujar Gaon had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pujar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pujar Gaon was 81.10%. Male literacy was 97.35% and female literacy was 68.09%.