Angoth - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Angoth is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Tharali and around 79 km from Gopeshwar. Angoth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Angoth is 041627. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.48 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Angoth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Angoth
According to the 2011 Census, Angoth village had a total population of 102 people, including 52 males and 50 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 80.95%.
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 | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Angoth
Angoth 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 Angoth
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Angoth.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Angoth is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Angoth is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Angoth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Angoth 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 Angoth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Angoth 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Angoth
Where is Angoth located?
Angoth village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Angoth?
Angoth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Angoth?
The pincode of Angoth is 246444.
What is the population of Angoth?
Angoth had a total population of 102, including 52 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Angoth?
Angoth had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Angoth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Angoth was 83.33%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 80.95%.