Puseli - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Puseli is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Suranukiseri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puseli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puseli is 040149. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.35 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Puseli 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 Puseli
As per Census 2011, Puseli village has a total population of 26 people, consisting of 13 males and 13 females. The village has 6 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 11 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puseli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Puseli
Puseli 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 Puseli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Puseli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Puseli is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Puseli 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.
Banking and Postal Services in Puseli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puseli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puseli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puseli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puseli
Where is Puseli located?
Puseli village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puseli?
The Gram Panchayat of Puseli is Suranukiseri.
What is the pincode of Puseli?
The pincode of Puseli is 249185.
What is the population of Puseli?
Puseli has a total population of 26, including 13 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Puseli?
There are 6 households in Puseli.
What is the literacy rate in Puseli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puseli is 57.69%. Male literacy is 61.54% and female literacy is 53.85%.