Purali - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Purali is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Purali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purali is 040714. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.73 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Gangotri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Purali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purali
According to the 2011 Census, Purali village had a total population of 253 people, including 131 males and 122 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.44%, with male literacy at 91.53% and female literacy at 63.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 253 | 131 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 13 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 108 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 23 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Purali
Purali 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 Purali
Purali 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 Gangotri to Purali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Purali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purali 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purali
Where is Purali located?
Purali village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purali?
Purali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Purali?
The pincode of Purali is 249135.
What is the population of Purali?
Purali had a total population of 253, including 131 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Purali?
Purali had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purali was 78.44%. Male literacy was 91.53% and female literacy was 63.00%.