Dang - Satpuli, Pauri Garhwal
Dang is a village situated in the Satpuli tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Satpuli and around 80 km from Pauri Garhwal. Binjoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dang is 047947. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.69 hectares and falls under the 246113 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Dang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dang
According to the 2011 Census, Dang village had a total population of 51 people, including 26 males and 25 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.98%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Dang
Dang 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 Dang
Dang 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 <5 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 Dogadda to Dang is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri Garhwal to Dang is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dang 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dang 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dang
Where is Dang located?
Dang village is located in Satpuli Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dang?
The Gram Panchayat of Dang is Binjoli.
What is the pincode of Dang?
The pincode of Dang is 246113.
What is the population of Dang?
Dang had a total population of 51, including 26 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Dang?
Dang had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dang was 82.98%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 75.00%.