Pang Chora - Kanda, Bageshwar
Pang Chora is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Panchoura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pang Chora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pang Chora is 050741. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.03 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Pang Chora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pang Chora
According to the 2011 Census, Pang Chora village had a total population of 708 people, including 332 males and 376 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,133 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.76%, with male literacy at 98.26% and female literacy at 77.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 708 | 332 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 282 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 50 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Pang Chora
Pang Chora 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 Pang Chora
Public transport in the Pang Chora is mainly available through shared van 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 Bageshwar to Pang Chora is about 31 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 Pang Chora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pang Chora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pang Chora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pang Chora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pang Chora
Where is Pang Chora located?
Pang Chora village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pang Chora?
The Gram Panchayat of Pang Chora is Panchoura.
What is the pincode of Pang Chora?
The pincode of Pang Chora is 263631.
What is the population of Pang Chora?
Pang Chora had a total population of 708, including 332 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Pang Chora?
Pang Chora had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pang Chora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pang Chora was 86.76%. Male literacy was 98.26% and female literacy was 77.06%.