Pujeli(Khalari) - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Pujeli(Khalari) is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Chaptadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pujeli(Khalari) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pujeli(Khalari) is 040164. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.99 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Pujeli(Khalari) 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(Khalari)
According to the 2011 Census, Pujeli(Khalari) village had a total population of 136 people, including 79 males and 57 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 722 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.50%, with male literacy at 89.23% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 136 | 79 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 44 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 58 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Pujeli(Khalari)
Pujeli(Khalari) 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(Khalari)
Pujeli(Khalari) 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(Khalari) is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Pujeli(Khalari) is about 119 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(Khalari)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pujeli(Khalari) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pujeli(Khalari)
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(Khalari) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pujeli(Khalari)
Where is Pujeli(Khalari) located?
Pujeli(Khalari) village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pujeli(Khalari)?
The Gram Panchayat of Pujeli(Khalari) is Chaptadi.
What is the pincode of Pujeli(Khalari)?
The pincode of Pujeli(Khalari) is 249185.
What is the population of Pujeli(Khalari)?
Pujeli(Khalari) had a total population of 136, including 79 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Pujeli(Khalari)?
Pujeli(Khalari) had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pujeli(Khalari)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pujeli(Khalari) was 73.50%. Male literacy was 89.23% and female literacy was 53.85%.