Pajena - Dhari, Nainital
Pajena is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Paijana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pajena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pajena is 055003. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.04 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Pajena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pajena
According to the 2011 Census, Pajena village had a total population of 322 people, including 166 males and 156 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.83%, with male literacy at 81.68% and female literacy at 65.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 322 | 166 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 63 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 107 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 59 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Pajena
Pajena 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 Pajena
Pajena 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nainital to Pajena is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pajena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pajena 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pajena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pajena 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 Pajena
Where is Pajena located?
Pajena village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pajena?
The Gram Panchayat of Pajena is Paijana.
What is the pincode of Pajena?
The pincode of Pajena is 263132.
What is the population of Pajena?
Pajena had a total population of 322, including 166 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Pajena?
Pajena had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pajena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pajena was 73.83%. Male literacy was 81.68% and female literacy was 65.60%.