Paini - Joshimath, Chamoli
Paini is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Paini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paini is 040823. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.05 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Paini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Paini
According to the 2011 Census, Paini village had a total population of 664 people, including 369 males and 295 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 799 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.51%, with male literacy at 98.11% and female literacy at 83.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.
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 | 664 | 369 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 51 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 312 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 57 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Paini
Paini 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 Paini
Paini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Joshimath to Paini is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Paini is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paini
Where is Paini located?
Paini village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paini?
Paini is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paini?
The pincode of Paini is 246443.
What is the population of Paini?
Paini had a total population of 664, including 369 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Paini?
Paini had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paini was 91.51%. Male literacy was 98.11% and female literacy was 83.40%.