Langoor - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Langoor is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 66 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Langoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Langoor is 043078. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.59 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Langoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Langoor
As per Census 2011, Langoor village has a total population of 669 people, consisting of 353 males and 316 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Langoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 669 | 353 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 81 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 280 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 73 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Langoor
Langoor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaphool Gaon | South | 0.52 km |
| Kanda Laga Langoor | North | 0.78 km |
| Paunsanda | South | 1.29 km |
| Dalmasa | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Musana Gaon | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Panwar Gaon | North | 1.94 km |
| Gosil | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Bhutiyana | West | 2.19 km |
| Garakot | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Koti Chalayion Kee | South-East | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Langoor
Langoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Langoor is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Langoor is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Langoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Langoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Langoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Langoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Langoor
Where is Langoor located?
Langoor village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Langoor?
Langoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Langoor?
The pincode of Langoor is 249122.
What is the population of Langoor?
Langoor has a total population of 669, including 353 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Langoor?
There are 158 households in Langoor.
What is the literacy rate in Langoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Langoor is 72.65%. Male literacy is 79.32% and female literacy is 65.19%.