Sainj (Chandau) - Kalsi, Dehradun
Sainj (Chandau) is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Dilau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sainj (Chandau) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainj (Chandau) is 044877. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.43 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sainj (Chandau) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sainj (Chandau)
As per Census 2011, Sainj (Chandau) village has a total population of 187 people, consisting of 101 males and 86 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 100 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sainj (Chandau) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 187 | 101 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 66 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 35 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Sainj (Chandau)
Sainj (Chandau) 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 Sainj (Chandau)
Sainj (Chandau) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Vikasnagar to Sainj (Chandau) is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Sainj (Chandau) is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sainj (Chandau)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainj (Chandau) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sainj (Chandau)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainj (Chandau) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sainj (Chandau)
Where is Sainj (Chandau) located?
Sainj (Chandau) village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sainj (Chandau)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainj (Chandau) is Dilau.
What is the pincode of Sainj (Chandau)?
The pincode of Sainj (Chandau) is 248001.
What is the population of Sainj (Chandau)?
Sainj (Chandau) has a total population of 187, including 101 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Sainj (Chandau)?
There are 13 households in Sainj (Chandau).
What is the literacy rate in Sainj (Chandau)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainj (Chandau) is 53.48%. Male literacy is 65.35% and female literacy is 39.53%.