Dugara Laga Sahankot - Gairsain, Chamoli
Dugara Laga Sahankot is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bhandari Khor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dugara Laga Sahankot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugara Laga Sahankot is 041997. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.68 hectares and falls under the 246431 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Dugara Laga Sahankot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dugara Laga Sahankot
According to the 2011 Census, Dugara Laga Sahankot village had a total population of 93 people, including 47 males and 46 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.78%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 71.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Dugara Laga Sahankot
Dugara Laga Sahankot 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 Dugara Laga Sahankot
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dugara Laga Sahankot.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Dugara Laga Sahankot is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Dugara Laga Sahankot is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugara Laga Sahankot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugara Laga Sahankot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dugara Laga Sahankot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugara Laga Sahankot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dugara Laga Sahankot
Where is Dugara Laga Sahankot located?
Dugara Laga Sahankot village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dugara Laga Sahankot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dugara Laga Sahankot is Bhandari Khor.
What is the pincode of Dugara Laga Sahankot?
The pincode of Dugara Laga Sahankot is 246431.
What is the population of Dugara Laga Sahankot?
Dugara Laga Sahankot had a total population of 93, including 47 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Dugara Laga Sahankot?
Dugara Laga Sahankot had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugara Laga Sahankot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugara Laga Sahankot was 79.78%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 71.74%.