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
As per Census 2011, Purola Range village has a total population of 57 people, consisting of 37 males and 20 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 540 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 9 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purola Range are given below:
| 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
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| 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 has a total population of 57, including 37 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Purola Range?
There are 21 households in Purola Range.
What is the literacy rate in Purola Range?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purola Range is 84.21%. Male literacy is 91.89% and female literacy is 70.00%.