Pani Gaon - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Pani Gaon is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Panigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pani Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pani Gaon is 040175. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.41 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pani Gaon 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 Pani Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pani Gaon village had a total population of 596 people, including 309 males and 287 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.53%, with male literacy at 83.46% and female literacy at 49.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270.
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 | 596 | 309 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 55 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 139 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 212 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 97 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Pani Gaon
Pani 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 Pani Gaon
Pani Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Pani Gaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Pani Gaon is about 122 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 Pani Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pani Gaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pani 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 Pani Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pani Gaon
Where is Pani Gaon located?
Pani Gaon village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pani Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pani Gaon is Panigaon.
What is the pincode of Pani Gaon?
The pincode of Pani Gaon is 249185.
What is the population of Pani Gaon?
Pani Gaon had a total population of 596, including 309 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Pani Gaon?
Pani Gaon had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pani Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pani Gaon was 66.53%. Male literacy was 83.46% and female literacy was 49.40%.