Dargar Gaon - Sankari, Uttarkashi
Dargar Gaon is a village situated in the Sankari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Mori and around 180 km from Uttarkashi. Dangangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dargar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dargar Gaon is 040275. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.95 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Dargar 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 Dargar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Dargar Gaon village has a total population of 1,025 people, consisting of 512 males and 513 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 492 literate and 533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 352 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dargar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,025 | 512 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 175 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 288 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 224 | 309 |
Transport and Connectivity of Dargar Gaon
Dargar 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Dargar Gaon is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Dargar Gaon is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dargar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dargar 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 Dargar 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 Dargar 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 Dargar Gaon
Where is Dargar Gaon located?
Dargar Gaon village is located in Sankari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dargar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Dargar Gaon is Dangangaon.
What is the pincode of Dargar Gaon?
The pincode of Dargar Gaon is 249128.
What is the population of Dargar Gaon?
Dargar Gaon has a total population of 1,025, including 512 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Dargar Gaon?
There are 191 households in Dargar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Dargar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dargar Gaon is 48.00%. Male literacy is 56.25% and female literacy is 39.77%.