Sain Polu - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Sain Polu is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Saie Polo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sain Polu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sain Polu is 048859. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.52 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Sain Polu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sain Polu
As per Census 2011, Sain Polu village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 139 males and 134 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sain Polu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 139 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 95 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 113 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 26 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Sain Polu
Sain Polu 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 Sain Polu
Sain Polu 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Sain Polu is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sain Polu is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sain Polu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sain Polu 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sain Polu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sain Polu 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 Sain Polu
Where is Sain Polu located?
Sain Polu village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sain Polu?
The Gram Panchayat of Sain Polu is Saie Polo.
What is the pincode of Sain Polu?
The pincode of Sain Polu is 262554.
What is the population of Sain Polu?
Sain Polu has a total population of 273, including 139 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Sain Polu?
There are 67 households in Sain Polu.
What is the literacy rate in Sain Polu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sain Polu is 79.49%. Male literacy is 81.29% and female literacy is 77.61%.