Pan - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Pan is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pan is 052030. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.43 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pan
According to the 2011 Census, Pan village had a total population of 381 people, including 181 males and 200 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.16%, with male literacy at 88.81% and female literacy at 64.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239.
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 | 381 | 181 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 38 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 115 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 127 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 54 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Pan
Pan 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 Pan
Pan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Pan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Pan is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pan 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 Pan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pan 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 Pan
Where is Pan located?
Pan village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pan?
Pan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pan?
The pincode of Pan is 263656.
What is the population of Pan?
Pan had a total population of 381, including 181 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Pan?
Pan had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pan was 75.16%. Male literacy was 88.81% and female literacy was 64.00%.