Vinak - Yamkeshwar, Pauri Garhwal
Vinak is a village situated in the Yamkeshwar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Yamkeshwar and around 161 km from Pauri. Venuk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vinak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vinak is 048633. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.45 hectares and falls under the 246121 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Vinak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Vinak
According to the 2011 Census, Vinak village had a total population of 219 people, including 103 males and 116 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.59%, with male literacy at 83.15% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 219 | 103 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 42 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 74 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 29 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Vinak
Vinak 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 Vinak
Vinak 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 >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 Vinak is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Vinak is about 161 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vinak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vinak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vinak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vinak 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 Vinak
Where is Vinak located?
Vinak village is located in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vinak?
The Gram Panchayat of Vinak is Venuk.
What is the pincode of Vinak?
The pincode of Vinak is 246121.
What is the population of Vinak?
Vinak had a total population of 219, including 103 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Vinak?
Vinak had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vinak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vinak was 74.59%. Male literacy was 83.15% and female literacy was 66.67%.