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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Payan village had a total population of 138 people, including 43 males and 95 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 2,209 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.56%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 62.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 138 | 43 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 7 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 138, including 43 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Payan?
Payan had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Payan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payan was 74.56%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 62.82%.