Sainju - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Sainju is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Pauri and around 24 km from Pauri. Gairol Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sainju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainju is 045610. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.24 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sainju 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 Sainju
According to the 2011 Census, Sainju village had a total population of 47 people, including 22 males and 25 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.74%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 60.00%.
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 | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Sainju
Sainju 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 Sainju
Sainju 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 Pauri to Sainju is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sainju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainju 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sainju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainju 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sainju
Where is Sainju located?
Sainju village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sainju?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainju is Gairol Gaon.
What is the pincode of Sainju?
The pincode of Sainju is 246123.
What is the population of Sainju?
Sainju had a total population of 47, including 22 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Sainju?
Sainju had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sainju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainju was 71.74%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 60.00%.