Paye - Garud, Bageshwar
Paye is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Paye village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paye is 051429. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.8 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Paye village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paye
As per Census 2011, Paye village has a total population of 797 people, consisting of 407 males and 390 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 627 literate and 170 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paye are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 797 | 407 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 343 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 64 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Paye
Paye 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 Paye
Paye is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bageshwar to Paye is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paye
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paye village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paye
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paye 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 Paye
Where is Paye located?
Paye village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paye?
Paye is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paye?
The pincode of Paye is 263635.
What is the population of Paye?
Paye has a total population of 797, including 407 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Paye?
There are 172 households in Paye.
What is the literacy rate in Paye?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paye is 78.67%. Male literacy is 84.28% and female literacy is 72.82%.