Jaindau - Kalsi, Dehradun
Jaindau is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Jandau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jaindau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jaindau is 044816. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.61 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Jaindau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jaindau
According to the 2011 Census, Jaindau village had a total population of 277 people, including 141 males and 136 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.76%, with male literacy at 80.92% and female literacy at 57.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 277 | 141 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 10 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 106 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 35 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Jaindau
Jaindau 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 Jaindau
Jaindau is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Vikasnagar to Jaindau is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Jaindau is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jaindau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jaindau 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jaindau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jaindau 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 Jaindau
Where is Jaindau located?
Jaindau village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jaindau?
The Gram Panchayat of Jaindau is Jandau.
What is the pincode of Jaindau?
The pincode of Jaindau is 248001.
What is the population of Jaindau?
Jaindau had a total population of 277, including 141 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Jaindau?
Jaindau had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jaindau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jaindau was 69.76%. Male literacy was 80.92% and female literacy was 57.26%.