Painga - Modinagar, Ghaziabad
Painga is a village situated in the Modinagar tehsil of Ghaziabad district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Modinagar and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Ghaziabad. Painga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Painga is 119569. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.8 hectares and falls under the 201204 pincode.
Painga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Moni Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baghpat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Painga
As per Census 2011, Painga village has a total population of 2,291 people, consisting of 1,272 males and 1,019 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 801 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,614 literate and 677 illiterate residents. Additionally, 441 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Painga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,291 | 1,272 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 149 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 231 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 1,614 | 988 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 677 | 284 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Painga
Painga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Asifpur Ujaira | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Puthri | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Sherpur | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Nagla Musa | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Saunda | South | 2.43 km |
| Nagla Akkhu | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Yakutpur Mavi | East | 3.17 km |
| Alawalpur | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Dabana | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Makarmatpur Sikhera | East | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Painga
Painga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Modinagar, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ghaziabad to Painga is about 33 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 Painga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Painga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Painga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Painga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Painga
Where is Painga located?
Painga village is located in Modinagar Tehsil, Ghaziabad district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Painga?
Painga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Painga?
The pincode of Painga is 201204.
What is the population of Painga?
Painga has a total population of 2,291, including 1,272 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Painga?
There are 398 households in Painga.
What is the literacy rate in Painga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painga is 70.45%. Male literacy is 77.67% and female literacy is 61.43%.