Pang Chak Lata - Joshimath, Chamoli
Pang Chak Lata is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Reini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pang Chak Lata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pang Chak Lata is 040882. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.68 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Pang Chak Lata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pang Chak Lata
According to the 2011 Census, Pang Chak Lata village had a total population of 125 people, including 52 males and 73 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,404 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.37%, with male literacy at 91.11% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 125 | 52 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 52 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 11 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Pang Chak Lata
Pang Chak Lata 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 Pang Chak Lata
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pang Chak Lata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pang Chak Lata is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Pang Chak Lata is about 90 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 Pang Chak Lata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pang Chak Lata 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 Pang Chak Lata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pang Chak Lata 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 Pang Chak Lata
Where is Pang Chak Lata located?
Pang Chak Lata village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pang Chak Lata?
The Gram Panchayat of Pang Chak Lata is Reini.
What is the pincode of Pang Chak Lata?
The pincode of Pang Chak Lata is 246443.
What is the population of Pang Chak Lata?
Pang Chak Lata had a total population of 125, including 52 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Pang Chak Lata?
Pang Chak Lata had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pang Chak Lata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pang Chak Lata was 70.37%. Male literacy was 91.11% and female literacy was 55.56%.