Pant Gaon - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Pant Gaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 70 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Bhweent serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pant Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pant Gaon is 043133. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.5 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Pant Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pant Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pant Gaon village had a total population of 56 people, including 25 males and 31 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,240 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.37%.
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 | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 2 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Pant Gaon
Pant Gaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tol | South | 0.73 km |
| Bindua | West | 1.11 km |
| Dikhol Gaon | North | 1.12 km |
| Kharsari Gaon | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Bhatkot | North | 1.80 km |
| Ghandiyal | West | 1.84 km |
| Pokhari Lagga Kharkola | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Chamrara | South | 1.86 km |
| Bamana | North | 2.10 km |
| Raj Sera | East | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pant Gaon
Pant Gaon 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 33.5 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 Pant Gaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pant Gaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pant Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pant Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pant Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pant Gaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pant Gaon
Where is Pant Gaon located?
Pant Gaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pant Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pant Gaon is Bhweent.
What is the pincode of Pant Gaon?
The pincode of Pant Gaon is 249192.
What is the population of Pant Gaon?
Pant Gaon had a total population of 56, including 25 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Pant Gaon?
Pant Gaon had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pant Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pant Gaon was 84.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.37%.