Pinglon - Garud, Bageshwar
Pinglon is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Pinglo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pinglon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinglon is 051293. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.78 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pinglon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pinglon
As per Census 2011, Pinglon village has a total population of 1,118 people, consisting of 545 males and 573 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 774 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pinglon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,118 | 545 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 90 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 138 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 429 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 116 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Pinglon
Pinglon 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 Pinglon
Pinglon 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Pinglon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pinglon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinglon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pinglon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinglon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pinglon
Where is Pinglon located?
Pinglon village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pinglon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pinglon is Pinglo.
What is the pincode of Pinglon?
The pincode of Pinglon is 263635.
What is the population of Pinglon?
Pinglon has a total population of 1,118, including 545 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Pinglon?
There are 233 households in Pinglon.
What is the literacy rate in Pinglon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinglon is 69.23%. Male literacy is 78.72% and female literacy is 60.21%.