Pingari - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Pingari is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Ratanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pingari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pingari is 042689. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.66 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pingari 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pingari
According to the 2011 Census, Pingari village had a total population of 116 people, including 50 males and 66 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,320 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 64.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 116 | 50 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 10 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Pingari
Pingari 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 Pingari
Pingari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Pingari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pingari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pingari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pingari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pingari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pingari
Where is Pingari located?
Pingari village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pingari?
The Gram Panchayat of Pingari is Ratanpur.
What is the pincode of Pingari?
The pincode of Pingari is 246475.
What is the population of Pingari?
Pingari had a total population of 116, including 50 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Pingari?
Pingari had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pingari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pingari was 76.19%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 64.52%.