Painthar - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Painthar is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Painthar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Painthar is 040555. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.74 hectares and falls under the 249152 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Painthar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Painthar
According to the 2011 Census, Painthar village had a total population of 316 people, including 160 males and 156 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.06%, with male literacy at 85.93% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 316 | 160 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 116 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 44 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Painthar
Painthar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jineth | South | 0.54 km |
| Panoth | West | 0.90 km |
| Bhadrali | North | 0.99 km |
| Bandu | South | 1.19 km |
| Mason | North | 1.53 km |
| Soman | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Hareti | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Loldu | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Mandiyasari | North | 2.11 km |
| Jemar | North-West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Painthar
Painthar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Painthar is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Painthar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Painthar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Painthar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Painthar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Painthar
Where is Painthar located?
Painthar village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Painthar?
Painthar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Painthar?
The pincode of Painthar is 249152.
What is the population of Painthar?
Painthar had a total population of 316, including 160 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Painthar?
Painthar had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Painthar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painthar was 71.06%. Male literacy was 85.93% and female literacy was 56.52%.