Dangi - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Dangi is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 116 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangi is 043440. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.3 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Dangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dangi
As per Census 2011, Dangi village has a total population of 265 people, consisting of 127 males and 138 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 85 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 127 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 11 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 109 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 18 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Dangi
Dangi 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 Dangi
Public transport in the Dangi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Uttarkashi to Dangi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dangi is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangi 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 Dangi
Where is Dangi located?
Dangi village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangi?
Dangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dangi?
The pincode of Dangi is 249165.
What is the population of Dangi?
Dangi has a total population of 265, including 127 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Dangi?
There are 42 households in Dangi.
What is the literacy rate in Dangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangi is 67.92%. Male literacy is 85.83% and female literacy is 51.45%.