Longsagari - Joshimath, Chamoli
Longsagari is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Tolma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Longsagari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longsagari is 040853. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.54 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Longsagari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Longsagari
According to the 2011 Census, Longsagari village had a total population of 100 people, including 56 males and 44 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 786 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.22%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 48.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 36 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 20 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Longsagari
Longsagari 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 Longsagari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Longsagari.
| 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 Joshimath to Longsagari is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Longsagari is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Longsagari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longsagari 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 Longsagari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Longsagari 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 Longsagari
Where is Longsagari located?
Longsagari village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Longsagari?
The Gram Panchayat of Longsagari is Tolma.
What is the pincode of Longsagari?
The pincode of Longsagari is 246443.
What is the population of Longsagari?
Longsagari had a total population of 100, including 56 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Longsagari?
Longsagari had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longsagari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longsagari was 63.22%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 48.72%.