Sailani - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Sailani is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Kotdwara and around 101 km from Pauri. Bor Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sailani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sailani is 048456. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.45 hectares and falls under the 246173 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sailani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sailani
According to the 2011 Census, Sailani village had a total population of 107 people, including 48 males and 59 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,229 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.78%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 86.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 107 | 48 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 3 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Sailani
Sailani 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 Sailani
Public transport in the Sailani is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dogadda to Sailani is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Sailani is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sailani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sailani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sailani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sailani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sailani
Where is Sailani located?
Sailani village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sailani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sailani is Bor Gaon.
What is the pincode of Sailani?
The pincode of Sailani is 246173.
What is the population of Sailani?
Sailani had a total population of 107, including 48 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Sailani?
Sailani had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sailani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sailani was 92.78%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 86.54%.