Pangkatara - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Pangkatara is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Pangkatara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pangkatara is 054504. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.97 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pangkatara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pangkatara
As per Census 2011, Pangkatara village has a total population of 260 people, consisting of 131 males and 129 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 173 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pangkatara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 93 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 38 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Pangkatara
Pangkatara 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 Pangkatara
Pangkatara 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Pangkatara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Pangkatara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pangkatara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pangkatara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pangkatara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pangkatara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pangkatara
Where is Pangkatara located?
Pangkatara village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pangkatara?
Pangkatara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pangkatara?
The pincode of Pangkatara is 263135.
What is the population of Pangkatara?
Pangkatara has a total population of 260, including 131 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Pangkatara?
There are 47 households in Pangkatara.
What is the literacy rate in Pangkatara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pangkatara is 66.54%. Male literacy is 70.99% and female literacy is 62.02%.