Sainu - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Sainu is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Seinu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sainu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainu is 041358. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.81 hectares and falls under the 246474 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sainu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sainu
As per Census 2011, Sainu village has a total population of 325 people, consisting of 147 males and 178 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,210 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sainu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 147 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 124 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 23 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Sainu
Sainu 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 Sainu
Sainu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Sainu is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sainu is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sainu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sainu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sainu
Where is Sainu located?
Sainu village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sainu?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainu is Seinu.
What is the pincode of Sainu?
The pincode of Sainu is 246474.
What is the population of Sainu?
Sainu has a total population of 325, including 147 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Sainu?
There are 73 households in Sainu.
What is the literacy rate in Sainu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainu is 72.00%. Male literacy is 84.35% and female literacy is 61.80%.