Phainti Gunth - Dewal, Chamoli
Phainti Gunth is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Tharali and around 105 km from Gopeshwar. Rain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phainti Gunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phainti Gunth is 041795. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.15 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Phainti Gunth 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 Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phainti Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Phainti Gunth village had a total population of 41 people, including 18 males and 23 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,278 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.14%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Phainti Gunth
Phainti Gunth 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 Phainti Gunth
Public transport in the Phainti Gunth 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 Karnaprayag to Phainti Gunth is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Phainti Gunth is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phainti Gunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phainti Gunth 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 Phainti Gunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phainti Gunth 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 Phainti Gunth
Where is Phainti Gunth located?
Phainti Gunth village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Phainti Gunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Phainti Gunth is Rain.
What is the pincode of Phainti Gunth?
The pincode of Phainti Gunth is 246427.
What is the population of Phainti Gunth?
Phainti Gunth had a total population of 41, including 18 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Phainti Gunth?
Phainti Gunth had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phainti Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phainti Gunth was 77.14%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 66.67%.