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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pagrasu
As per Census 2011, Pagrasu village has a total population of 56 people, consisting of 27 males and 29 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The village has 42 literate and 14 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pagrasu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| 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 has a total population of 56, including 27 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Pagrasu?
There are 20 households in Pagrasu.
What is the literacy rate in Pagrasu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pagrasu is 75.00%. Male literacy is 92.59% and female literacy is 58.62%.