Purola Range - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Purola Range is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purola Range is 040183. The village covers a total geographical area of 15890 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purola Range
According to the 2011 Census, Purola Range village had a total population of 57 people, including 37 males and 20 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 541 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.57%, with male literacy at 97.14% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 57 | 37 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 34 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Purola Range
Purola Range 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 Purola Range
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | 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 Purola Range is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Purola Range is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Purola Range
Where is Purola Range located?
Purola Range village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Purola Range?
The pincode of Purola Range is 249185.
What is the population of Purola Range?
Purola Range had a total population of 57, including 37 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Purola Range?
Purola Range had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purola Range?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purola Range was 90.57%. Male literacy was 97.14% and female literacy was 77.78%.