Paunsanda - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Paunsanda is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 68 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Paunsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paunsanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paunsanda is 043086. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.65 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Paunsanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paunsanda
According to the 2011 Census, Paunsanda village had a total population of 207 people, including 104 males and 103 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.13%, with male literacy at 88.66% and female literacy at 61.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 207 | 104 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 86 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 18 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Paunsanda
Paunsanda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaphool Gaon | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Dalmasa | East | 1.24 km |
| Langoor | North | 1.29 km |
| Takrari Chham | West | 1.66 km |
| Garakot | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Bhutiyana | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Kanda Laga Langoor | North | 2.07 km |
| Pyukhari | South | 2.22 km |
| Koti Chalayion Kee | East | 2.41 km |
| Durogi | West | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paunsanda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Paunsanda. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Paunsanda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Paunsanda is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paunsanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paunsanda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paunsanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paunsanda 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 Paunsanda
Where is Paunsanda located?
Paunsanda village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paunsanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Paunsanda is Paunsara.
What is the pincode of Paunsanda?
The pincode of Paunsanda is 249122.
What is the population of Paunsanda?
Paunsanda had a total population of 207, including 104 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Paunsanda?
Paunsanda had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paunsanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paunsanda was 75.13%. Male literacy was 88.66% and female literacy was 61.46%.