Payal Gaon - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Payal Gaon is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Pauri and around 35 km from Pauri. Sirala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Payal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payal Gaon is 045715. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.98 hectares and falls under the 246001 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Payal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Payal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Payal Gaon village had a total population of 81 people, including 48 males and 33 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 688 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.95%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 81 | 48 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 38 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 10 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Payal Gaon
Payal Gaon 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 Payal Gaon
Payal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Payal Gaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Payal Gaon is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Payal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payal Gaon 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 Payal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payal Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Payal Gaon
Where is Payal Gaon located?
Payal Gaon village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Payal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Payal Gaon is Sirala.
What is the pincode of Payal Gaon?
The pincode of Payal Gaon is 246001.
What is the population of Payal Gaon?
Payal Gaon had a total population of 81, including 48 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Payal Gaon?
Payal Gaon had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Payal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payal Gaon was 75.95%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 66.67%.