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
According to the 2011 Census, Dangu village had a total population of 119 people, including 55 males and 64 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.72%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 119, including 55 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Dangu?
Dangu had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangu was 89.72%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.70%.