Purangarh
Purangarh is a village located in Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sitarganj (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kalyanpur is the gram panchayat of Purangarh village.
Here you can discover what makes Purangarh unique in its vibrant Sitarganj-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Purangarh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Purangarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purangarh is 056197. The village spans a total geographical area of 187.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262311. Sitarganj is nearest town to Purangarh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Purangarh village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Purangarh
Population of Purangarh
According to the 2011 Census, Purangarh has a total population of about 727, with approximately 348 males and 379 females. The sex ratio is around 1089 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 469. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.75%, with male literacy at about 77.87% and female literacy near 54.62%. There are around 139 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purangarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Purangarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purangarh. As per the 2011 stats, Purangarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purangarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Purangarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purangarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purangarh
- Where is Purangarh located?
- Purangarh village is situated in Sitarganj Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purangarh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purangarh is Kalyanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Purangarh?
- The pincode of Purangarh is 262311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purangarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purangarh is 727, with 348 males and 379 females.
- How many households are there in Purangarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purangarh village has a total of 139 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purangarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purangarh is 65.75%. The male literacy rate is 77.87%, while the female literacy rate is 54.62%.