Dangurgaon - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Dangurgaon is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Dangurgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangurgaon is 040353. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.18 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dangurgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dangurgaon
As per Census 2011, Dangurgaon village has a total population of 371 people, consisting of 186 males and 185 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dangurgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 371 | 186 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 39 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 131 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 55 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Dangurgaon
Dangurgaon 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 Dangurgaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dangurgaon.
| 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 Dangurgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Dangurgaon 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 Dangurgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangurgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dangurgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangurgaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dangurgaon
Where is Dangurgaon located?
Dangurgaon village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dangurgaon?
Dangurgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dangurgaon?
The pincode of Dangurgaon is 249141.
What is the population of Dangurgaon?
Dangurgaon has a total population of 371, including 186 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Dangurgaon?
There are 75 households in Dangurgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dangurgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangurgaon is 60.65%. Male literacy is 70.43% and female literacy is 50.81%.