Dangula - Sult, Almora
Dangula is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dangula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangula is 052117. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.03 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Dangula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dangula
As per Census 2011, Dangula village has a total population of 236 people, consisting of 93 males and 143 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,537 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 236 | 93 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 81 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 12 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Dangula
Dangula 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 Dangula
Dangula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Dangula is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dangula is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangula 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangula 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dangula
Where is Dangula located?
Dangula village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangula?
Dangula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dangula?
The pincode of Dangula is 263676.
What is the population of Dangula?
Dangula has a total population of 236, including 93 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Dangula?
There are 60 households in Dangula.
What is the literacy rate in Dangula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangula is 77.54%. Male literacy is 87.10% and female literacy is 71.33%.