Pangla - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Pangla is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Pangala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pangla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pangla is 049103. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.26 hectares and falls under the 262547 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pangla 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 Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pangla
According to the 2011 Census, Pangla village had a total population of 941 people, including 458 males and 483 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.69%, with male literacy at 98.73% and female literacy at 75.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 941 | 458 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 389 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 69 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Pangla
Pangla 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 Pangla
Pangla 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 Pangla is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Pangla is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pangla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pangla 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 Pangla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pangla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pangla
Where is Pangla located?
Pangla village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pangla?
The Gram Panchayat of Pangla is Pangala.
What is the pincode of Pangla?
The pincode of Pangla is 262547.
What is the population of Pangla?
Pangla had a total population of 941, including 458 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Pangla?
Pangla had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pangla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pangla was 86.69%. Male literacy was 98.73% and female literacy was 75.53%.