Dangar - Ramgarh, Nainital
Dangar is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Nainital and around 55 km from Nainital. Losghayani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangar is 054783. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.32 hectares and falls under the 263138 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Dangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangar
According to the 2011 Census, Dangar village had a total population of 54 people, including 30 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 85.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 11 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Dangar
Dangar 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 Dangar
Public transport in the Dangar is mainly available through shared van 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 Bhowali to Dangar is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dangar 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 Dangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangar
Where is Dangar located?
Dangar village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangar is Losghayani.
What is the pincode of Dangar?
The pincode of Dangar is 263138.
What is the population of Dangar?
Dangar had a total population of 54, including 30 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Dangar?
Dangar had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangar was 85.71%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 85.00%.