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
As per Census 2011, Pajena village has a total population of 322 people, consisting of 166 males and 156 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pajena are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 322, including 166 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Pajena?
There are 63 households in Pajena.
What is the literacy rate in Pajena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pajena is 58.70%. Male literacy is 64.46% and female literacy is 52.56%.