Puranapur - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Puranapur is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Puranapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puranapur is 056261. The village covers a total geographical area of 650.33 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Puranapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puranapur
According to the 2011 Census, Puranapur village had a total population of 1,382 people, including 732 males and 650 females, living in 249 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.95%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 67.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 1,382 | 732 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 143 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 557 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 175 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Puranapur
Puranapur 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 Puranapur
Puranapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Puranapur.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Puranapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Puranapur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puranapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puranapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puranapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puranapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Puranapur
Where is Puranapur located?
Puranapur village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puranapur?
Puranapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puranapur?
The pincode of Puranapur is 262308.
What is the population of Puranapur?
Puranapur had a total population of 1,382, including 732 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Puranapur?
Puranapur had 249 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puranapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puranapur was 76.95%. Male literacy was 84.91% and female literacy was 67.88%.