Kaga Laga Dronagiri - Joshimath, Chamoli
Kaga Laga Dronagiri is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaga Laga Dronagiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaga Laga Dronagiri is 040900. The village covers a total geographical area of 633.01 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Kaga Laga Dronagiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaga Laga Dronagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Kaga Laga Dronagiri village had a total population of 97 people, including 47 males and 50 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.89%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 65.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 5 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Kaga Laga Dronagiri
Kaga Laga Dronagiri 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 Kaga Laga Dronagiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kaga Laga Dronagiri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Kaga Laga Dronagiri is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kaga Laga Dronagiri is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaga Laga Dronagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaga Laga Dronagiri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaga Laga Dronagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaga Laga Dronagiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaga Laga Dronagiri
Where is Kaga Laga Dronagiri located?
Kaga Laga Dronagiri village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaga Laga Dronagiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaga Laga Dronagiri is Kaga.
What is the pincode of Kaga Laga Dronagiri?
The pincode of Kaga Laga Dronagiri is 246443.
What is the population of Kaga Laga Dronagiri?
Kaga Laga Dronagiri had a total population of 97, including 47 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Kaga Laga Dronagiri?
Kaga Laga Dronagiri had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaga Laga Dronagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaga Laga Dronagiri was 77.89%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 65.31%.