Pagana - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Pagana is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Bageshwar and around 16 km from Bageshwar. Pagana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pagana is 051185. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.5 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Pagana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pagana
As per Census 2011, Pagana village has a total population of 717 people, consisting of 358 males and 359 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 504 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pagana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 358 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 65 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 163 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 280 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 78 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Pagana
Pagana 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 Pagana
Pagana 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 Bageshwar to Pagana is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pagana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pagana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pagana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pagana 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 Pagana
Where is Pagana located?
Pagana village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pagana?
Pagana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pagana?
The pincode of Pagana is 263628.
What is the population of Pagana?
Pagana has a total population of 717, including 358 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Pagana?
There are 166 households in Pagana.
What is the literacy rate in Pagana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pagana is 70.29%. Male literacy is 78.21% and female literacy is 62.40%.