Panigair - Nandprayag, Chamoli
Panigair is a village situated in the Nandprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Chamoli and around 28 km from Gopeshwar. Bherni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panigair village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panigair is 041032. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.99 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Panigair 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 Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panigair
According to the 2011 Census, Panigair village had a total population of 112 people, including 53 males and 59 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.09%, with male literacy at 87.76% and female literacy at 55.17%.
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 | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Panigair
Panigair 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 Panigair
Public transport in the Panigair is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Panigair.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandprayag to Panigair is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Panigair is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panigair
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panigair village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panigair
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panigair 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panigair
Where is Panigair located?
Panigair village is located in Nandprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panigair?
The Gram Panchayat of Panigair is Bherni.
What is the pincode of Panigair?
The pincode of Panigair is 246449.
What is the population of Panigair?
Panigair had a total population of 112, including 53 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Panigair?
Panigair had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panigair?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panigair was 70.09%. Male literacy was 87.76% and female literacy was 55.17%.