Putgaon - Dhari, Nainital
Putgaon is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Putgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Putgaon is 055032. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.64 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Putgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Putgaon
As per Census 2011, Putgaon village has a total population of 689 people, consisting of 339 males and 350 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Putgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 689 | 339 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 58 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 258 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 81 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Putgaon
Putgaon 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 Putgaon
Putgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Putgaon is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Putgaon is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Putgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Putgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Putgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Putgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Putgaon
Where is Putgaon located?
Putgaon village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Putgaon?
Putgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Putgaon?
The pincode of Putgaon is 263136.
What is the population of Putgaon?
Putgaon has a total population of 689, including 339 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Putgaon?
There are 111 households in Putgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Putgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Putgaon is 66.62%. Male literacy is 76.11% and female literacy is 57.43%.