Painula Malla - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Painula Malla 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 Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Painula Malla is 043959. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.47 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Painula Malla 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 Malla
As per Census 2011, Painula Malla village has a total population of 110 people, consisting of 58 males and 52 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 33 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Painula Malla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 12 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Painula Malla
Painula Malla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kemsari | South-West | 0.60 km |
| Pipali | North-West | 0.83 km |
| Tudi | East | 0.84 km |
| Bhaintogi Sera | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Kond | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Dogra Lagga Jaspur | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Khemara | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Bandarwali Chak Chopari Madhe | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Chokhala | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Budhogi | South-West | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Painula Malla
Painula Malla 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 28.4 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 Malla is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Painula Malla 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 Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Painula Malla 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 Malla
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 Malla 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 Malla
Where is Painula Malla located?
Painula Malla village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Painula Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Painula Malla is Painyula.
What is the pincode of Painula Malla?
The pincode of Painula Malla is 249001.
What is the population of Painula Malla?
Painula Malla has a total population of 110, including 58 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Painula Malla?
There are 24 households in Painula Malla.
What is the literacy rate in Painula Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painula Malla is 70.00%. Male literacy is 79.31% and female literacy is 59.62%.