Puhaste

Puhaste is a village located in southern Estonia, within the administrative territory of Valga Parish, Valga County. Situated in a rural area, Puhaste is characterized by its agricultural landscape and scattered settlements. The village is part of the broader historical region of Setomaa, though its current administrative boundaries place it within Valga County.

The primary economic activity in Puhaste has traditionally been agriculture, with residents engaged in farming and animal husbandry. Like many rural Estonian villages, Puhaste has experienced a gradual population decline over the past decades, a common demographic trend in many parts of Eastern Europe. Despite this, the community maintains a sense of local identity and connection to its surroundings.

Puhaste is accessible via local roads that connect it to larger settlements and the regional road network. The natural environment around Puhaste is characterized by forests, fields, and small bodies of water, typical of the Estonian countryside. The village lacks significant industrial or commercial infrastructure, relying on services provided in nearby towns. Information about specific historical events or prominent figures associated with Puhaste is limited in public records.