Pab - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Pab is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danda and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Pav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pab village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pab is 040476. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.39 hectares and falls under the 249193 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pab village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pab
According to the 2011 Census, Pab village had a total population of 487 people, including 245 males and 242 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.57%, with male literacy at 95.63% and female literacy at 71.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 487 | 245 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 197 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 48 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Pab
Pab 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 Pab
Pab is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Uttarkashi to Pab is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pab
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pab village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pab
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pab 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pab
Where is Pab located?
Pab village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pab?
The Gram Panchayat of Pab is Pav.
What is the pincode of Pab?
The pincode of Pab is 249193.
What is the population of Pab?
Pab had a total population of 487, including 245 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Pab?
Pab had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pab?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pab was 83.57%. Male literacy was 95.63% and female literacy was 71.63%.