Pandan Gaon - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Pandan Gaon is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 110 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Panar Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pandan Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandan Gaon is 043447. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.45 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Pandan Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pandan Gaon
As per Census 2011, Pandan Gaon village has a total population of 193 people, consisting of 86 males and 107 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,244 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandan Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 193 | 86 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 21 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Pandan Gaon
Pandan Gaon 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 Pandan Gaon
Public transport in the Pandan Gaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Uttarkashi to Pandan Gaon is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pandan Gaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandan Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandan Gaon 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 Pandan 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 Pandan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pandan Gaon
Where is Pandan Gaon located?
Pandan Gaon village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandan Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pandan Gaon is Panar Gaon.
What is the pincode of Pandan Gaon?
The pincode of Pandan Gaon is 249165.
What is the population of Pandan Gaon?
Pandan Gaon has a total population of 193, including 86 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Pandan Gaon?
There are 34 households in Pandan Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pandan Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandan Gaon is 64.25%. Male literacy is 75.58% and female literacy is 55.14%.