Pajena - Jainti, Almora
Pajena is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Surkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pajena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pajena is 053501. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.26 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Pajena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pajena
According to the 2011 Census, Pajena village had a total population of 97 people, including 47 males and 50 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.38%, with male literacy at 97.56% and female literacy at 58.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 7 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Pajena
Pajena 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 Pajena
Pajena 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 5-10 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 Almora to Pajena is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pajena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pajena 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pajena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pajena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pajena
Where is Pajena located?
Pajena village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pajena?
The Gram Panchayat of Pajena is Surkhal.
What is the pincode of Pajena?
The pincode of Pajena is 263626.
What is the population of Pajena?
Pajena had a total population of 97, including 47 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Pajena?
Pajena had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pajena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pajena was 77.38%. Male literacy was 97.56% and female literacy was 58.14%.