Paithar - Kanda, Bageshwar
Paithar is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Paithan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paithar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paithar is 050800. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.64 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Paithar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Paithar
According to the 2011 Census, Paithar village had a total population of 187 people, including 95 males and 92 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.53%, with male literacy at 87.67% and female literacy at 83.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 187 | 95 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 31 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Paithar
Paithar 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 Paithar
Paithar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bageshwar to Paithar is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paithar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paithar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paithar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paithar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paithar
Where is Paithar located?
Paithar village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paithar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paithar is Paithan.
What is the pincode of Paithar?
The pincode of Paithar is 263631.
What is the population of Paithar?
Paithar had a total population of 187, including 95 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Paithar?
Paithar had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paithar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paithar was 85.53%. Male literacy was 87.67% and female literacy was 83.54%.