Paunti - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Paunti is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Pounti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paunti is 040119. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.05 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Paunti 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 Paunti
According to the 2011 Census, Paunti village had a total population of 212 people, including 120 males and 92 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 767 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.33%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 212 | 120 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 90 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 30 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Paunti
Paunti 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 Paunti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paunti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Paunti is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Paunti is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paunti 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Paunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paunti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paunti
Where is Paunti located?
Paunti village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Paunti is Pounti.
What is the pincode of Paunti?
The pincode of Paunti is 249185.
What is the population of Paunti?
Paunti had a total population of 212, including 120 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Paunti?
Paunti had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paunti was 70.33%. Male literacy was 84.91% and female literacy was 50.00%.