Paingadh - Tharali, Chamoli
Paingadh is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Pengarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paingadh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paingadh is 041670. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.19 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Paingadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Paingadh
According to the 2011 Census, Paingadh village had a total population of 270 people, including 129 males and 141 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.40%, with male literacy at 99.14% and female literacy at 86.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 270 | 129 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 115 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 14 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Paingadh
Paingadh 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 Paingadh
Paingadh 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 Paingadh is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Paingadh is about 85 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 Paingadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paingadh 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 Paingadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paingadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paingadh
Where is Paingadh located?
Paingadh village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paingadh?
The Gram Panchayat of Paingadh is Pengarh.
What is the pincode of Paingadh?
The pincode of Paingadh is 246481.
What is the population of Paingadh?
Paingadh had a total population of 270, including 129 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Paingadh?
Paingadh had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paingadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paingadh was 92.40%. Male literacy was 99.14% and female literacy was 86.57%.