Pagsha - Ranikhet, Almora
Pagsha is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pagsha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pagsha is 052283. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.2 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Pagsha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pagsha
As per Census 2011, Pagsha village has a total population of 676 people, consisting of 318 males and 358 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 493 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pagsha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 318 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 44 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 99 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 255 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 63 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Pagsha
Pagsha 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 Pagsha
Pagsha 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 Pagsha is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Pagsha is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pagsha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pagsha 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pagsha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pagsha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pagsha
Where is Pagsha located?
Pagsha village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pagsha?
Pagsha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pagsha?
The pincode of Pagsha is 263652.
What is the population of Pagsha?
Pagsha has a total population of 676, including 318 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Pagsha?
There are 158 households in Pagsha.
What is the literacy rate in Pagsha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pagsha is 72.93%. Male literacy is 80.19% and female literacy is 66.48%.