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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sainu
According to the 2011 Census, Sainu village had a total population of 325 people, including 147 males and 178 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.59%, with male literacy at 94.66% and female literacy at 67.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 325 | 147 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 325, including 147 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Sainu?
Sainu had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sainu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainu was 79.59%. Male literacy was 94.66% and female literacy was 67.48%.