Dhar Pangu - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Dhar Pangu is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dhar Pangu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Pangu is 049106. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.91 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dhar Pangu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar Pangu
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar Pangu village had a total population of 143 people, including 67 males and 76 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,134 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.57%, with male literacy at 83.93% and female literacy at 61.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 42 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 20 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Pangu
Dhar Pangu 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 Dhar Pangu
Public transport in the Dhar Pangu is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dharchula to Dhar Pangu is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dhar Pangu is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar Pangu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Pangu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar Pangu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhar Pangu 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 Dhar Pangu
Where is Dhar Pangu located?
Dhar Pangu village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar Pangu?
Dhar Pangu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhar Pangu?
The pincode of Dhar Pangu is 262545.
What is the population of Dhar Pangu?
Dhar Pangu had a total population of 143, including 67 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Pangu?
Dhar Pangu had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Pangu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Pangu was 72.57%. Male literacy was 83.93% and female literacy was 61.40%.