Painula Bichiya - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Painula Bichiya is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 13 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Painyula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Painula Bichiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Painula Bichiya is 043956. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.28 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Painula Bichiya 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 Painula Bichiya
According to the 2011 Census, Painula Bichiya village had a total population of 44 people, including 26 males and 18 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 692 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.68%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 88.89%.
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 | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Painula Bichiya
Painula Bichiya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gajana | North | 0.50 km |
| Dogra Lagga Jaspur | South | 0.86 km |
| Padiyar Gaon | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Pipali | South | 1.62 km |
| Thapla | East | 1.76 km |
| Dang Talla | West | 1.76 km |
| Chopari | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Chak Balsi | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Kond | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Bandarwali Chak Chopari Madhe | South-West | 1.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Painula Bichiya
Painula Bichiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Painula Bichiya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Painula Bichiya is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Painula Bichiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Painula Bichiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Painula Bichiya
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 Bichiya 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 Painula Bichiya
Where is Painula Bichiya located?
Painula Bichiya village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Painula Bichiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Painula Bichiya is Painyula.
What is the pincode of Painula Bichiya?
The pincode of Painula Bichiya is 249001.
What is the population of Painula Bichiya?
Painula Bichiya had a total population of 44, including 26 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Painula Bichiya?
Painula Bichiya had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Painula Bichiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painula Bichiya was 92.68%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 88.89%.