Paw - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Paw is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Pau-jagpuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paw village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paw is 042181. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Paw 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 Paw
As per Census 2011, Paw village has a total population of 288 people, consisting of 127 males and 161 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,267 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 76 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paw are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 127 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 109 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 18 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Paw
Paw 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 Paw
Paw 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 Paw is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paw
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paw 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paw
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paw 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 Paw
Where is Paw located?
Paw village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paw?
The Gram Panchayat of Paw is Pau-jagpuda.
What is the pincode of Paw?
The pincode of Paw is 246469.
What is the population of Paw?
Paw has a total population of 288, including 127 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Paw?
There are 59 households in Paw.
What is the literacy rate in Paw?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paw is 73.61%. Male literacy is 85.83% and female literacy is 63.98%.