Sainj - Tyuni, Dehradun
Sainj is a village situated in the Tyuni tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tyuni and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Sez serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sainj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainj is 044738. The village covers a total geographical area of 1291.46 hectares and falls under the 248165 pincode. Chakrata is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sainj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sainj
According to the 2011 Census, Sainj village had a total population of 311 people, including 160 males and 151 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.39%, with male literacy at 50.34% and female literacy at 30.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 310.
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 | 311 | 160 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 13 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 159 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 74 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 86 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Sainj
Sainj 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
Sainj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Chakrata to Sainj is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Sainj is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sainj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainj 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sainj
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 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sainj
Where is Sainj located?
Sainj village is located in Tyuni Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sainj?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainj is Sez.
What is the pincode of Sainj?
The pincode of Sainj is 248165.
What is the population of Sainj?
Sainj had a total population of 311, including 160 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Sainj?
Sainj had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sainj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainj was 41.39%. Male literacy was 50.34% and female literacy was 30.95%.