Sainji - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Sainji is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Dhanaulti and around 88 km from New Tehri. Sainji village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainji is 044176. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.14 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sainji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sainji
According to the 2011 Census, Sainji village had a total population of 283 people, including 148 males and 135 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.78%, with male literacy at 69.47% and female literacy at 51.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 283 | 148 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 91 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 57 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Sainji
Sainji 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 Sainji
Sainji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Sainji is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sainji is about 88 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 Sainji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sainji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainji 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sainji
Where is Sainji located?
Sainji village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sainji?
Sainji is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sainji?
The pincode of Sainji is 249186.
What is the population of Sainji?
Sainji had a total population of 283, including 148 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Sainji?
Sainji had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sainji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainji was 60.78%. Male literacy was 69.47% and female literacy was 51.61%.