Nagargaon - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Nagargaon is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Nagangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagargaon is 040341. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.97 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Nagargaon 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 Nagargaon
As per Census 2011, Nagargaon village has a total population of 779 people, consisting of 375 males and 404 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 779 | 375 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 280 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 95 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Nagargaon
Nagargaon 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 Nagargaon
Nagargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Nagargaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Nagargaon is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagargaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nagargaon
Where is Nagargaon located?
Nagargaon village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagargaon is Nagangaon.
What is the pincode of Nagargaon?
The pincode of Nagargaon is 249141.
What is the population of Nagargaon?
Nagargaon has a total population of 779, including 375 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Nagargaon?
There are 164 households in Nagargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nagargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagargaon is 60.21%. Male literacy is 74.67% and female literacy is 46.78%.