Pinswar - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Pinswar is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 49 km from Ghansali and around 107 km from New Tehri. Pinswar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinswar is 042802. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.02 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Pinswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pinswar
As per Census 2011, Pinswar village has a total population of 653 people, consisting of 328 males and 325 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pinswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 653 | 328 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 72 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 164 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 164 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Pinswar
Pinswar 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 Pinswar
Public transport in the Pinswar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Pinswar is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pinswar is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pinswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinswar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pinswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinswar 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 Pinswar
Where is Pinswar located?
Pinswar village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pinswar?
Pinswar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pinswar?
The pincode of Pinswar is 249125.
What is the population of Pinswar?
Pinswar has a total population of 653, including 328 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Pinswar?
There are 112 households in Pinswar.
What is the literacy rate in Pinswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinswar is 38.13%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 26.15%.