Payan - Someshwar, Almora
Payan is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Payan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payan is 053368. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.64 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Payan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Payan
As per Census 2011, Payan village has a total population of 138 people, consisting of 43 males and 95 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 2,209 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Payan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 43 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 7 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 7 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Payan
Payan 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 Payan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Payan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Payan is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Payan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payan 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 Payan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payan 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 Payan
Where is Payan located?
Payan village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payan?
Payan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Payan?
The pincode of Payan is 263638.
What is the population of Payan?
Payan has a total population of 138, including 43 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Payan?
There are 35 households in Payan.
What is the literacy rate in Payan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payan is 61.59%. Male literacy is 83.72% and female literacy is 51.58%.