Pailing - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Pailing is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Pailing village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pailing is 042177. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.76 hectares and falls under the 246419 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pailing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pailing
As per Census 2011, Pailing village has a total population of 286 people, consisting of 116 males and 170 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,465 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 206 literate and 80 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pailing are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 286 | 116 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 101 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 15 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Pailing
Pailing 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 Pailing
Pailing 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 Rudraprayag to Pailing is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pailing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pailing 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pailing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pailing 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 Pailing
Where is Pailing located?
Pailing village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pailing?
Pailing is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pailing?
The pincode of Pailing is 246419.
What is the population of Pailing?
Pailing has a total population of 286, including 116 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Pailing?
There are 73 households in Pailing.
What is the literacy rate in Pailing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pailing is 72.03%. Male literacy is 87.07% and female literacy is 61.76%.