Paw Wala Soda - Dehradun
Paw Wala Soda is a village situated in the Dehradun tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Dehradun, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Paw Wala Soda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paw Wala Soda is 045220. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.31 hectares and falls under the 248008 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Paw Wala Soda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehradun Cantt. Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paw Wala Soda
As per Census 2011, Paw Wala Soda village has a total population of 316 people, consisting of 167 males and 149 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paw Wala Soda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 316 | 167 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 130 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 37 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Paw Wala Soda
Paw Wala Soda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barasi Grant | North-West | 0.79 km |
| Bhopalpani Grant | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Kalimati | North | 1.95 km |
| Siron | East | 2.29 km |
| Kaluwala | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Kotimay Chak | East | 3.15 km |
| Ghandol | East | 3.50 km |
| Ramnagar Danda | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Katkot Khurd | East | 4.26 km |
| Thano | East | 4.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paw Wala Soda
Paw Wala Soda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dehradun to Paw Wala Soda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paw Wala Soda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paw Wala Soda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paw Wala Soda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paw Wala Soda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Paw Wala Soda
Where is Paw Wala Soda located?
Paw Wala Soda village is located in Dehradun Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paw Wala Soda?
Paw Wala Soda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paw Wala Soda?
The pincode of Paw Wala Soda is 248008.
What is the population of Paw Wala Soda?
Paw Wala Soda has a total population of 316, including 167 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Paw Wala Soda?
There are 51 households in Paw Wala Soda.
What is the literacy rate in Paw Wala Soda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paw Wala Soda is 71.84%. Male literacy is 77.84% and female literacy is 65.10%.