Dangala - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Dangala is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 40 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dangala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangala is 044269. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.39 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dangala 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangala
According to the 2011 Census, Dangala village had a total population of 196 people, including 105 males and 91 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.51%, with male literacy at 87.78% and female literacy at 65.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 79 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 26 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Dangala
Dangala 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 Dangala
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Dangala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Dangala is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dangala is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dangala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dangala
Where is Dangala located?
Dangala village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dangala?
Dangala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dangala?
The pincode of Dangala is 249180.
What is the population of Dangala?
Dangala had a total population of 196, including 105 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Dangala?
Dangala had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangala was 77.51%. Male literacy was 87.78% and female literacy was 65.82%.