Dangaon - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Dangaon is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Lohaghat and around 55 km from Champawat. Kayal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangaon is 054374. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.69 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dangaon 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 Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dangaon village had a total population of 126 people, including 52 males and 74 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,423 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.60%, with male literacy at 94.87% and female literacy at 81.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 126 | 52 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 34 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Dangaon
Dangaon 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 Dangaon
Public transport in the Dangaon 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 Lohaghat to Dangaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Dangaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangaon 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 Dangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangaon 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 Dangaon
Where is Dangaon located?
Dangaon village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangaon is Kayal.
What is the pincode of Dangaon?
The pincode of Dangaon is 262524.
What is the population of Dangaon?
Dangaon had a total population of 126, including 52 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Dangaon?
Dangaon had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangaon was 86.60%. Male literacy was 94.87% and female literacy was 81.03%.