Parogi - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Parogi is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 94 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Parori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parogi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parogi is 044231. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.55 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Parogi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Parogi
As per Census 2011, Parogi village has a total population of 343 people, consisting of 146 males and 197 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,349 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 226 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parogi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 343 | 146 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 41 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 118 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 28 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Parogi
Parogi 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 Parogi
Parogi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mussoorie to Parogi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Parogi is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parogi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parogi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parogi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parogi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parogi
Where is Parogi located?
Parogi village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parogi?
The Gram Panchayat of Parogi is Parori.
What is the pincode of Parogi?
The pincode of Parogi is 249180.
What is the population of Parogi?
Parogi has a total population of 343, including 146 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Parogi?
There are 68 households in Parogi.
What is the literacy rate in Parogi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parogi is 65.89%. Male literacy is 80.82% and female literacy is 54.82%.