Poth Lagga Dang - Poornagiri, Champawat
Poth Lagga Dang is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Poth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poth Lagga Dang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poth Lagga Dang is 054401. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.4 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Poth Lagga Dang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Poth Lagga Dang
According to the 2011 Census, Poth Lagga Dang village had a total population of 44 people, including 23 males and 21 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 44.44%.
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 | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 7 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Poth Lagga Dang
Poth Lagga Dang 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 Poth Lagga Dang
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Poth Lagga Dang.
| 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 Tanakpur to Poth Lagga Dang is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Poth Lagga Dang is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poth Lagga Dang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poth Lagga Dang 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Poth Lagga Dang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poth Lagga Dang 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 Poth Lagga Dang
Where is Poth Lagga Dang located?
Poth Lagga Dang village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Poth Lagga Dang?
The Gram Panchayat of Poth Lagga Dang is Poth.
What is the pincode of Poth Lagga Dang?
The pincode of Poth Lagga Dang is 262523.
What is the population of Poth Lagga Dang?
Poth Lagga Dang had a total population of 44, including 23 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Poth Lagga Dang?
Poth Lagga Dang had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poth Lagga Dang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poth Lagga Dang was 66.67%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 44.44%.