Purola
Purola is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi.
Purola has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Purola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purola is 040139. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Purola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Purola
Population of Purola
Below is a concise population overview of Purola as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,394 | 1,229 | 1,165 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 162 | 134 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 284 | 287 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 38 | 24 |
Literate Population | 1,751 | 998 | 753 |
Illiterate Population | 643 | 231 | 412 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purola village:
- The total population of Purola village is around 2,394, including approximately 1,229 males and 1,165 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 296 children aged 0–6 years in Purola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purola village has 571 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 62 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Purola village is about 73.14%, with male literacy at 81.20% and female literacy at 64.64%.
- There are around 586 households in Purola village.
Connectivity of Purola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purola. As per the 2011 stats, Purola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purola
Knowing the nearby villages of Purola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purola
- Where is Purola located?
- Purola village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the pincode of Purola?
- The pincode of Purola is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purola is 2,394, with 1,229 males and 1,165 females.
- How many households are there in Purola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purola village has a total of 586 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purola is 73.14%. The male literacy rate is 81.20%, while the female literacy rate is 64.64%.