Angora - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Angora is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Ghudada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Angora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Angora is 040123. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.88 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Angora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Angora
According to the 2011 Census, Angora village had a total population of 177 people, including 87 males and 90 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.74%, with male literacy at 67.65% and female literacy at 53.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 41 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Angora
Angora 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 Angora
Angora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Barkot to Angora is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Angora is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Angora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Angora 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 Angora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Angora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Angora
Where is Angora located?
Angora village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Angora?
The Gram Panchayat of Angora is Ghudada.
What is the pincode of Angora?
The pincode of Angora is 249185.
What is the population of Angora?
Angora had a total population of 177, including 87 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Angora?
Angora had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Angora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Angora was 60.74%. Male literacy was 67.65% and female literacy was 53.73%.