Sainj - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Sainj is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 87 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kastal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sainj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainj is 042939. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.7 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Sainj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sainj
As per Census 2011, Sainj village has a total population of 64 people, consisting of 29 males and 35 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,206 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 29 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sainj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 9 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Sainj
Sainj 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 Sainj
Public transport in the Sainj is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Sainj is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sainj is about 87 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 Sainj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainj 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sainj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainj 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sainj
Where is Sainj located?
Sainj village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sainj?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainj is Kastal.
What is the pincode of Sainj?
The pincode of Sainj is 249155.
What is the population of Sainj?
Sainj has a total population of 64, including 29 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Sainj?
There are 16 households in Sainj.
What is the literacy rate in Sainj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainj is 54.69%. Male literacy is 68.97% and female literacy is 42.86%.