Pujeli (Brahmanoki) - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Pujeli (Brahmanoki) is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Pujeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pujeli (Brahmanoki) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pujeli (Brahmanoki) is 040142. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.51 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Pujeli (Brahmanoki) 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 Pujeli (Brahmanoki)
According to the 2011 Census, Pujeli (Brahmanoki) village had a total population of 295 people, including 153 males and 142 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.26%, with male literacy at 85.38% and female literacy at 52.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 295 | 153 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 111 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 42 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Pujeli (Brahmanoki)
Pujeli (Brahmanoki) 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 Pujeli (Brahmanoki)
Pujeli (Brahmanoki) 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Pujeli (Brahmanoki) is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Pujeli (Brahmanoki) 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 Pujeli (Brahmanoki)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pujeli (Brahmanoki) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pujeli (Brahmanoki)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pujeli (Brahmanoki) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pujeli (Brahmanoki)
Where is Pujeli (Brahmanoki) located?
Pujeli (Brahmanoki) village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pujeli (Brahmanoki)?
The Gram Panchayat of Pujeli (Brahmanoki) is Pujeli.
What is the pincode of Pujeli (Brahmanoki)?
The pincode of Pujeli (Brahmanoki) is 249185.
What is the population of Pujeli (Brahmanoki)?
Pujeli (Brahmanoki) had a total population of 295, including 153 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Pujeli (Brahmanoki)?
Pujeli (Brahmanoki) had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pujeli (Brahmanoki)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pujeli (Brahmanoki) was 69.26%. Male literacy was 85.38% and female literacy was 52.76%.