Paturi - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Paturi is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 19 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Patudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paturi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paturi is 044032. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.93 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Paturi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paturi
According to the 2011 Census, Paturi village had a total population of 296 people, including 127 males and 169 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,331 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.53%, with male literacy at 84.16% and female literacy at 58.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 296 | 127 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 42 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Paturi
Paturi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukar Bagi | West | 0.77 km |
| Birkot | East | 0.79 km |
| Kaund | South | 1.36 km |
| Khakkar | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Matali | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Nagani Sera | West | 1.69 km |
| Chaman Gaon | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Sabali Malli | East | 1.87 km |
| Narangi | North | 1.91 km |
| Than | South-West | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paturi
Public transport in the Paturi 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 20.0 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 Chamba to Paturi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Paturi is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paturi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paturi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paturi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paturi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paturi
Where is Paturi located?
Paturi village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paturi?
The Gram Panchayat of Paturi is Patudi.
What is the pincode of Paturi?
The pincode of Paturi is 249001.
What is the population of Paturi?
Paturi had a total population of 296, including 127 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Paturi?
Paturi had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paturi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paturi was 68.53%. Male literacy was 84.16% and female literacy was 58.00%.