Sangud - Nandprayag, Chamoli
Sangud is a village situated in the Nandprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Pokhari and around 36 km from Gopeshwar. Sagud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangud is 041185. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.56 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Sangud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sangud
According to the 2011 Census, Sangud village had a total population of 182 people, including 83 males and 99 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,193 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.05%, with male literacy at 91.89% and female literacy at 58.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 182 | 83 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 68 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 15 | 45 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sangud
Sangud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Nandprayag to Sangud is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sangud is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sangud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangud 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sangud
Where is Sangud located?
Sangud village is located in Nandprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangud?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangud is Sagud.
What is the pincode of Sangud?
The pincode of Sangud is 246449.
What is the population of Sangud?
Sangud had a total population of 182, including 83 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Sangud?
Sangud had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sangud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangud was 73.05%. Male literacy was 91.89% and female literacy was 58.06%.