Payyan Koti - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Payyan Koti is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 86 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pakh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Payyan Koti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payyan Koti is 043011. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.2 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Payyan Koti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Payyan Koti
As per Census 2011, Payyan Koti village has a total population of 56 people, consisting of 22 males and 34 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,545 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 25 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Payyan Koti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56 | 22 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 5 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Payyan Koti
Payyan Koti 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 Payyan Koti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Payyan Koti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Payyan Koti is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Payyan Koti is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Payyan Koti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payyan Koti 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 Payyan Koti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payyan Koti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Payyan Koti
Where is Payyan Koti located?
Payyan Koti village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payyan Koti?
The Gram Panchayat of Payyan Koti is Pakh.
What is the pincode of Payyan Koti?
The pincode of Payyan Koti is 249155.
What is the population of Payyan Koti?
Payyan Koti has a total population of 56, including 22 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Payyan Koti?
There are 15 households in Payyan Koti.
What is the literacy rate in Payyan Koti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payyan Koti is 55.36%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 41.18%.