Pagnau - Joshimath, Chamoli
Pagnau is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Pagno serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pagnau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pagnau is 040849. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.48 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pagnau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pagnau
As per Census 2011, Pagnau village has a total population of 390 people, consisting of 188 males and 202 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pagnau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 390 | 188 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 142 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 46 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Pagnau
Pagnau 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 Pagnau
Public transport in the Pagnau is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Joshimath to Pagnau is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Pagnau is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pagnau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pagnau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pagnau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pagnau 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pagnau
Where is Pagnau located?
Pagnau village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pagnau?
The Gram Panchayat of Pagnau is Pagno.
What is the pincode of Pagnau?
The pincode of Pagnau is 246472.
What is the population of Pagnau?
Pagnau has a total population of 390, including 188 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Pagnau?
There are 94 households in Pagnau.
What is the literacy rate in Pagnau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pagnau is 68.46%. Male literacy is 75.53% and female literacy is 61.88%.