Pansut - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Pansut is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 103 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pansut village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pansut is 043498. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.89 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
Pansut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pansut
According to the 2011 Census, Pansut village had a total population of 222 people, including 105 males and 117 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.24%, with male literacy at 90.11% and female literacy at 64.86%.
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 | 222 | 105 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 23 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Pansut
Pansut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhurkya | North | 1.23 km |
| Manjaf | South | 1.33 km |
| Silwal Gaon | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Sukri | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Tinwal Gaon | North | 2.27 km |
| Devel | West | 2.42 km |
| Khitta | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Molga | West | 2.59 km |
| Gholdiyani | South | 2.61 km |
| Baniyani | North | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pansut
Pansut 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 39.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tehri to Pansut is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pansut is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pansut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pansut 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pansut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pansut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pansut
Where is Pansut located?
Pansut village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pansut?
Pansut is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pansut?
The pincode of Pansut is 249165.
What is the population of Pansut?
Pansut had a total population of 222, including 105 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Pansut?
Pansut had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pansut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pansut was 76.24%. Male literacy was 90.11% and female literacy was 64.86%.