Payal Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Payal Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Narendra Nagar and around 45 km from New Tehri. Payal Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payal Gaon is 044370. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.96 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Payal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Payal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Payal Gaon village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 119 males and 91 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 764 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Payal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 119 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 76 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 43 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Payal Gaon
Payal Gaon 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 Payal Gaon
Payal Gaon 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 <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 Tehri to Payal Gaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Payal Gaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Payal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Payal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Payal Gaon
Where is Payal Gaon located?
Payal Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payal Gaon?
Payal Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Payal Gaon?
The pincode of Payal Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Payal Gaon?
Payal Gaon has a total population of 210, including 119 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Payal Gaon?
There are 45 households in Payal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Payal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payal Gaon is 58.57%. Male literacy is 63.87% and female literacy is 51.65%.