Dangati - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Dangati is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Dangati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangati is 049481. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.4 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dangati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangati
As per Census 2011, Dangati village has a total population of 594 people, consisting of 277 males and 317 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 594 | 277 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 230 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 47 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Dangati
Dangati 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 Dangati
Public transport in the Dangati 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 Didihat to Dangati is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Dangati is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangati
Where is Dangati located?
Dangati village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangati?
Dangati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dangati?
The pincode of Dangati is 262543.
What is the population of Dangati?
Dangati has a total population of 594, including 277 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Dangati?
There are 159 households in Dangati.
What is the literacy rate in Dangati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangati is 80.64%. Male literacy is 83.03% and female literacy is 78.55%.