Pinau Laga Balan - Dewal, Chamoli
Pinau Laga Balan is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Tharali and around 135 km from Gopeshwar. Pinau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pinau Laga Balan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinau Laga Balan is 041782. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.9 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Pinau Laga Balan 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 Pinau Laga Balan
According to the 2011 Census, Pinau Laga Balan village had a total population of 96 people, including 49 males and 47 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.18%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 69.77%.
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 | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Pinau Laga Balan
Pinau Laga Balan 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 Pinau Laga Balan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pinau Laga Balan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Pinau Laga Balan is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Pinau Laga Balan is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pinau Laga Balan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinau Laga Balan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pinau Laga Balan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinau Laga Balan 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 Pinau Laga Balan
Where is Pinau Laga Balan located?
Pinau Laga Balan village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pinau Laga Balan?
The Gram Panchayat of Pinau Laga Balan is Pinau.
What is the pincode of Pinau Laga Balan?
The pincode of Pinau Laga Balan is 246427.
What is the population of Pinau Laga Balan?
Pinau Laga Balan had a total population of 96, including 49 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Pinau Laga Balan?
Pinau Laga Balan had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pinau Laga Balan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinau Laga Balan was 81.18%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 69.77%.