Painula - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Painula is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from Devprayag and around 81 km from New Tehri. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Painula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Painula is 043339. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.33 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Painula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Painula
As per Census 2011, Painula village has a total population of 38 people, consisting of 19 males and 19 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 26 literate and 12 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Painula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Painula
Painula 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 Painula
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Painula.
| 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 Kirtinagar to Painula is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Painula is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Painula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Painula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Painula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Painula 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Painula
Where is Painula located?
Painula village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Painula?
The Gram Panchayat of Painula is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Painula?
The pincode of Painula is 249161.
What is the population of Painula?
Painula has a total population of 38, including 19 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Painula?
There are 9 households in Painula.
What is the literacy rate in Painula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painula is 68.42%. Male literacy is 68.42% and female literacy is 68.42%.