Sain - Dongiwacha, Baramulla
Sain is a village situated in the Dongiwacha tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Rafiabad and around 35 km from Baramulla. Sheikhpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sain is 002280. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sain
As per Census 2011, Sain village has a total population of 409 people, consisting of 204 males and 205 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 201 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 409 | 204 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 123 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 81 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Sain
Sain 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 Sain
Public transport in the Sain is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Watergam to Sain is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Sain is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sain 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 Sain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sain
Where is Sain located?
Sain village is located in Dongiwacha Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sain?
The Gram Panchayat of Sain is Sheikhpora.
What is the pincode of Sain?
The pincode of Sain is 193303.
What is the population of Sain?
Sain has a total population of 409, including 204 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Sain?
There are 58 households in Sain.
What is the literacy rate in Sain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sain is 50.86%. Male literacy is 60.29% and female literacy is 41.46%.