Pagrasu - Joshimath, Chamoli
Pagrasu is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Tolma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pagrasu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pagrasu is 040855. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.78 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Pagrasu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pagrasu
According to the 2011 Census, Pagrasu village had a total population of 56 people, including 27 males and 29 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 2 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Pagrasu
Pagrasu 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 Pagrasu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pagrasu.
| 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 Pagrasu is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Pagrasu is about 101 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 Pagrasu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pagrasu 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 Pagrasu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pagrasu 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 Pagrasu
Where is Pagrasu located?
Pagrasu village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pagrasu?
The Gram Panchayat of Pagrasu is Tolma.
What is the pincode of Pagrasu?
The pincode of Pagrasu is 246443.
What is the population of Pagrasu?
Pagrasu had a total population of 56, including 27 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Pagrasu?
Pagrasu had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pagrasu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pagrasu was 75.00%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 58.62%.