Panchan Gaon
Panchan Gaon is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Panchangaon is the gram panchayat of Panchan Gaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Panchan Gaon unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Panchan Gaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Panchan Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panchan Gaon is 040520. The village spans a total geographical area of 155.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249151. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Panchan Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Panchan Gaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Panchan Gaon
Population of Panchan Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Panchan Gaon has a total population of about 522, with approximately 258 males and 264 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.15%, with male literacy at about 80.23% and female literacy near 40.53%. There are around 98 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Panchan Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 258 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 40 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 314 | 207 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 51 | 157 |
Connectivity of Panchan Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panchan Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Panchan Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panchan Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Panchan Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panchan Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panchan Gaon
- Where is Panchan Gaon located?
- Panchan Gaon village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panchan Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panchan Gaon is Panchangaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Panchan Gaon?
- The pincode of Panchan Gaon is 249151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Panchan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panchan Gaon is 522, with 258 males and 264 females.
- How many households are there in Panchan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panchan Gaon village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panchan Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panchan Gaon is 60.15%. The male literacy rate is 80.23%, while the female literacy rate is 40.53%.