Purangarh - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Purangarh is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from Sitarganj and around 57 km from Rudrapur. Kalyanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purangarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purangarh is 056197. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.67 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Purangarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purangarh
As per Census 2011, Purangarh village has a total population of 727 people, consisting of 348 males and 379 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 469 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purangarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 727 | 348 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 469 | 228 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 271 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 77 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Purangarh
Purangarh 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 Purangarh
Public transport in the Purangarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Purangarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Purangarh is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Purangarh is about 57 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 Purangarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purangarh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purangarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purangarh 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 Purangarh
Where is Purangarh located?
Purangarh village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purangarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Purangarh is Kalyanpur.
What is the pincode of Purangarh?
The pincode of Purangarh is 262311.
What is the population of Purangarh?
Purangarh has a total population of 727, including 348 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Purangarh?
There are 139 households in Purangarh.
What is the literacy rate in Purangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purangarh is 65.75%. Male literacy is 77.87% and female literacy is 54.62%.