Painya - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Painya is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Yamkeshwar and around 171 km from Pauri. Juledi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Painya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Painya is 048630. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.33 hectares and falls under the 249304 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Painya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Painya
According to the 2011 Census, Painya village had a total population of 69 people, including 36 males and 33 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 61.29%.
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 | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 4 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Painya
Painya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Faldakot Malla | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Amagadi | South | 1.05 km |
| Dhoshan | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Juledi | North | 1.37 km |
| Fandakot Talla | East | 1.44 km |
| Bhel Dunga | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Tola Sari | South | 2.24 km |
| Kwiral Gaon | East | 2.39 km |
| Dubra | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Dhamandh | West | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Painya
Public transport in the Painya is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Rishikesh to Painya is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Painya is about 171 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Painya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Painya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Painya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Painya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Painya
Where is Painya located?
Painya village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Painya?
The Gram Panchayat of Painya is Juledi.
What is the pincode of Painya?
The pincode of Painya is 249304.
What is the population of Painya?
Painya had a total population of 69, including 36 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Painya?
Painya had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Painya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painya was 80.95%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 61.29%.