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
As per Census 2011, Pant Gaon village has a total population of 56 people, consisting of 25 males and 31 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,240 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pant Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 56, including 25 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Pant Gaon?
There are 12 households in Pant Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pant Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pant Gaon is 75.00%. Male literacy is 92.00% and female literacy is 61.29%.