Dangu - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Dangu is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Pauri and around 30 km from Pauri. Dangoo` serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dangu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangu is 045880. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.03 hectares and falls under the 246146 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dangu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangu
As per Census 2011, Dangu village has a total population of 119 people, consisting of 55 males and 64 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,163 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 5 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Dangu
Dangu 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 Dangu
Dangu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Pauri to Dangu is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dangu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dangu
Where is Dangu located?
Dangu village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangu?
The Gram Panchayat of Dangu is Dangoo`.
What is the pincode of Dangu?
The pincode of Dangu is 246146.
What is the population of Dangu?
Dangu has a total population of 119, including 55 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Dangu?
There are 32 households in Dangu.
What is the literacy rate in Dangu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangu is 80.67%. Male literacy is 90.91% and female literacy is 71.88%.