Pajai Gaon - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Pajai Gaon is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Narendra Nagar and around 125 km from New Tehri. Paje Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pajai Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pajai Gaon is 044514. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.22 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Pajai Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pajai Gaon
As per Census 2011, Pajai Gaon village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 188 males and 190 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pajai Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 188 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 139 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 49 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Pajai Gaon
Pajai Gaon 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 Pajai Gaon
Public transport in the Pajai Gaon is mainly available through shared van 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 Rishikesh to Pajai Gaon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Pajai Gaon is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pajai Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pajai Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pajai Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pajai Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pajai Gaon
Where is Pajai Gaon located?
Pajai Gaon village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pajai Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Pajai Gaon is Paje Gaon.
What is the pincode of Pajai Gaon?
The pincode of Pajai Gaon is 249192.
What is the population of Pajai Gaon?
Pajai Gaon has a total population of 378, including 188 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Pajai Gaon?
There are 62 households in Pajai Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Pajai Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pajai Gaon is 60.05%. Male literacy is 73.94% and female literacy is 46.32%.