Playd - Doiwala, Dehradun
Playd is a village situated in the Doiwala tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from Rishikesh and around 22 km from Dehradun. Ladwa Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Playd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Playd is 045287. The village covers a total geographical area of 296.05 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Playd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doiwala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Playd
As per Census 2011, Playd village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 73 males and 66 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 45 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Playd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 60 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 13 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Playd
Playd 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 Playd
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Playd.
| 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 Rishikesh to Playd is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Playd is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Playd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Playd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Playd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Playd 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Playd
Where is Playd located?
Playd village is located in Doiwala Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Playd?
The Gram Panchayat of Playd is Ladwa Kot.
What is the pincode of Playd?
The pincode of Playd is 248001.
What is the population of Playd?
Playd has a total population of 139, including 73 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Playd?
There are 27 households in Playd.
What is the literacy rate in Playd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Playd is 67.63%. Male literacy is 82.19% and female literacy is 51.52%.