Jyoti Pangu - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Jyoti Pangu is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jyoti Pangu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jyoti Pangu is 049101. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.17 hectares and falls under the 262547 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Jyoti 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 Jyoti Pangu
As per Census 2011, Jyoti Pangu village has a total population of 232 people, consisting of 122 males and 110 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 128 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jyoti Pangu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 122 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 7 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 63 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 111 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 11 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Jyoti Pangu
Jyoti 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 Jyoti Pangu
Jyoti Pangu 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 >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 Jyoti Pangu is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Jyoti Pangu is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jyoti Pangu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jyoti Pangu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jyoti 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 Jyoti Pangu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jyoti Pangu
Where is Jyoti Pangu located?
Jyoti Pangu village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jyoti Pangu?
Jyoti Pangu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jyoti Pangu?
The pincode of Jyoti Pangu is 262547.
What is the population of Jyoti Pangu?
Jyoti Pangu has a total population of 232, including 122 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Jyoti Pangu?
There are 73 households in Jyoti Pangu.
What is the literacy rate in Jyoti Pangu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jyoti Pangu is 78.45%. Male literacy is 90.98% and female literacy is 64.55%.