Puraula Population
As per the 2011 Census, Puraula Tehsil has a population of 33.79 k (33,792) with 17.11 k (17,106) males and 16.69 k (16,686) females.The sex ratio in Puraula is 976, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Puraula Tehsil is 4.88 k (4,884) which is 14.45% of Puraula Tehsil overall population, Child sex Ratio of Puraula Tehsil is 940 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, the Puraula Subdistrict (Tahsil) is listed as part of the Uttarkashi District in the state of UTTARAKHAND in India.
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Puraula Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Puraula Tehsil current estimated population is projected to be 39.31 k (39,311), indicating a 16.33% increased from Puraula's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 20.02 k, and the estimated female population is 19.28 k.
Puraula Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Puraula Tehsil estimated population is projected to be 39.71 k (39,707), projecting a 17.5% increased from Puraula's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 20.23 k, and the estimated female population is 19.47 k.
Puraula Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Puraula Tehsil, with a total Hindu population of 33.54 k (33,538), accounting for 99.25% of the Puraula Tehsil population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 16.97 k (16,965), and the Hindu female population is around 16.57 k (16,573).
Puraula Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Puraula Tehsil, with a total Muslim population of 142 (142), accounting for 0.42% of the Puraula Tehsil population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 81 (81), and the Muslim female population is around 61 (61).
Puraula Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 33,538 | 99.25% |
| Muslim | 142 | 0.42% |
| Buddhist | 41 | 0.12% |
| Jain | 27 | 0.08% |
| Religion not stated | 25 | 0.07% |
| Christian | 14 | 0.04% |
| Sikh | 4 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationPuraula Urban Population
The Urban population of Puraula Tehsil is 0 (0), with 0 (0) being males and 0 (0) being females, making up 0% of the Puraula total population, The sex ratio in urban population is N/A females for every 1000 males.
Puraula Rural Population
The Rural population of Puraula Tehsil is 33.79 k (33,792), with 17.11 k (17,106) being males and 16.69 k (16,686) being females, making up 100% of the Puraula total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 976 females for every 1000 males.
Puraula Literacy Rate
Puraula Tehsil has a literacy rate of 73.75% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Puraula Tehsil is 86.62 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Puraula Tehsil is 60.64 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Puraula Tehsil's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately N/A%, while in the rural regions of Puraula Tehsil, it is around 73.75%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Puraula
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 73.75 | 86.62 | 60.64 |
| Urban Area | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rural Area | 73.75 | 86.62 | 60.64 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Puraula
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 73.68 | 86.61 | 60.54 |
| Muslim | 80 | 85.92 | 71.43 |
| Buddhist | 75 | 83.33 | 66.67 |
| Jain | 95.83 | 100 | 90.91 |
Puraula Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Puraula Tehsil is 11.87 k (11,874) with 5.96 k (5,959) males and 5.92 k (5,915) females, which is 35.14% of Puraula Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 993 females for every 1000 males.
Puraula Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Puraula Tehsil is 663 (663) with 267 (267) males and 396 (396) females, which is 1.96% of Puraula Tehsil overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1484 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Puraula
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 |
| Urban Area | 0 |
| Rural Area | 976 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Puraula
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 977 |
| Muslim | 754 |
| Buddhist | 1050 |
| Jain | 800 |
Puraula Area & Households
The Total Area of Puraula Tehsil is 332.34 Square KM, with a population density of 102 people per square kilometer, and the Total Number of Villages in Puraula Tehsil are 84.The Total Number of households in Puraula Tehsil are 6.52 k(6,521).
Puraula Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Puraula Tehsil, there are about 15.59 k (15,590) workers, making up nearly 46.14% of the Puraula Tehsil total population. Out of these, around 8.14 k (8,141) are male workers, and about 7.45 k (7,449) are female workers.
Puraula - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 39.31 k (39,311) | 16.33% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 39.71 k (39,707) | 17.5% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 40.08 k (40,079) | 18.6% | 1.1 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 40.43 k (40,432) | 19.65% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 40.78 k (40,784) | 20.69% | 1.04 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 41.14 k (41,140) | 21.74% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 41.49 k (41,492) | 22.79% | 1.05 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 41.82 k (41,815) | 23.74% | 0.95 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 42.11 k (42,114) | 24.63% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 42.41 k (42,413) | 25.51% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 42.71 k (42,713) | 26.4% | 0.89 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 43.01 k (43,012) | 27.28% | 0.88 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 43.31 k (43,311) | 28.17% | 0.89 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Puraula Tehsil's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 43.31 k (43,311), with a male population of 22.10 k (22,103) and a female population of 21.20 k (21,202). This reflects a total growth of 28.17% from Puraula Tehsil's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.99%.