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
According to the 2011 Census, Payal Gaon village had a total population of 210 people, including 119 males and 91 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 765 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.93%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 62.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133.
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 | 210 | 119 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 210, including 119 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Payal Gaon?
Payal Gaon had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Payal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payal Gaon was 71.93%. Male literacy was 79.17% and female literacy was 62.67%.