Dagra - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Dagra is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Satpuli and around 85 km from Pauri Garhwal. Peeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dagra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagra is 047783. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.96 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dagra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagra
According to the 2011 Census, Dagra village had a total population of 93 people, including 57 males and 36 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 632 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.60%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 36 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 21 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Dagra
Dagra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jui Talli | South-West | 1.14 km |
| Mathali Palli | West | 1.56 km |
| Mathali Walli | West | 1.61 km |
| Ghaghali | North | 1.70 km |
| Burakot | East | 1.76 km |
| Peeda | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Malarachota | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Kunjoli | West | 2.13 km |
| Kharkholi | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Kandoli | South | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dagra
Dagra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Dagra is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Dagra is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dagra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagra 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dagra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dagra
Where is Dagra located?
Dagra village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dagra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dagra is Peeda.
What is the pincode of Dagra?
The pincode of Dagra is 246149.
What is the population of Dagra?
Dagra had a total population of 93, including 57 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Dagra?
Dagra had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dagra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagra was 71.60%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 61.11%.