Math - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Math is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Math village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Math is 040148. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.29 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Math village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Math
According to the 2011 Census, Math village had a total population of 757 people, including 390 males and 367 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.55%, with male literacy at 85.25% and female literacy at 54.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 244.
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 | 757 | 390 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 51 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 123 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 289 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 297 | 101 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Math
Math 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 Math
Math is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Math.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Barkot to Math is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Math is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Math
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Math village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Math
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Math 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Math
Where is Math located?
Math village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Math?
Math is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Math?
The pincode of Math is 249185.
What is the population of Math?
Math had a total population of 757, including 390 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Math?
Math had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Math?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Math was 70.55%. Male literacy was 85.25% and female literacy was 54.63%.