Purola - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Purola is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purola is 040139. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.39 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 30 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
According to the 2011 Census, Purola village had a total population of 2,394 people, including 1,229 males and 1,165 females, living in 586 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.46%, with male literacy at 93.53% and female literacy at 73.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 571, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Purola
Purola 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
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Purola is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Purola is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Purola
Where is Purola located?
Purola village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Purola?
The pincode of Purola is 249185.
What is the population of Purola?
Purola had a total population of 2,394, including 1,229 males and 1,165 females.
How many households are there in Purola?
Purola had 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purola was 83.46%. Male literacy was 93.53% and female literacy was 73.04%.