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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Pinau Laga Balan village has a total population of 96 people, consisting of 49 males and 47 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 27 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pinau Laga Balan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 96, including 49 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Pinau Laga Balan?
There are 22 households in Pinau Laga Balan.
What is the literacy rate in Pinau Laga Balan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinau Laga Balan is 71.88%. Male literacy is 79.59% and female literacy is 63.83%.