Pajgaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Pajgaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 73 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Jyundana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pajgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pajgaon is 042880. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.35 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Pajgaon 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pajgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pajgaon village had a total population of 16 people, including 9 males and 7 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 20.00%.
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 | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Pajgaon
Pajgaon 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 Pajgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pajgaon.
| 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 Pajgaon is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pajgaon is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pajgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pajgaon 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 Pajgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pajgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pajgaon
Where is Pajgaon located?
Pajgaon village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pajgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pajgaon is Jyundana.
What is the pincode of Pajgaon?
The pincode of Pajgaon is 249155.
What is the population of Pajgaon?
Pajgaon had a total population of 16, including 9 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Pajgaon?
Pajgaon had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pajgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pajgaon was 57.14%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 20.00%.