Kei Painti - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Kei Painti is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Tharali and around 84 km from Gopeshwar. Kein Penti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kei Painti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kei Painti is 041660. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.88 hectares and falls under the 246455 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Kei Painti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kei Painti
According to the 2011 Census, Kei Painti village had a total population of 165 people, including 79 males and 86 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.89%, with male literacy at 95.77% and female literacy at 71.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 11 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Kei Painti
Kei Painti 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 Kei Painti
Public transport in the Kei Painti is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kei Painti is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kei Painti is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kei Painti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kei Painti 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 Kei Painti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kei Painti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kei Painti
Where is Kei Painti located?
Kei Painti village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kei Painti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kei Painti is Kein Penti.
What is the pincode of Kei Painti?
The pincode of Kei Painti is 246455.
What is the population of Kei Painti?
Kei Painti had a total population of 165, including 79 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Kei Painti?
Kei Painti had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kei Painti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kei Painti was 82.89%. Male literacy was 95.77% and female literacy was 71.60%.