Paiga - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Paiga is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Paiga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paiga is 055668. The village covers a total geographical area of 495.92 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Paiga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paiga
As per Census 2011, Paiga village has a total population of 3,193 people, consisting of 1,638 males and 1,555 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 429 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,885 literate and 1,308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 816 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paiga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,193 | 1,638 | 1,555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 209 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 816 | 424 | 392 |
| Literate Population | 1,885 | 1,156 | 729 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,308 | 482 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Paiga
Paiga 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 Paiga
Paiga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Paiga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Paiga is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Paiga is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paiga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paiga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paiga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paiga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paiga
Where is Paiga located?
Paiga village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paiga?
Paiga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paiga?
The pincode of Paiga is 244713.
What is the population of Paiga?
Paiga has a total population of 3,193, including 1,638 males and 1,555 females.
How many households are there in Paiga?
There are 517 households in Paiga.
What is the literacy rate in Paiga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paiga is 59.04%. Male literacy is 70.57% and female literacy is 46.88%.