Paisar - Mori, Uttarkashi
Paisar is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Painsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paisar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paisar is 040273. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.73 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Paisar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Paisar
According to the 2011 Census, Paisar village had a total population of 335 people, including 160 males and 175 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.51%, with male literacy at 36.30% and female literacy at 23.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201.
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 | 335 | 160 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 96 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 111 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Paisar
Paisar 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 Paisar
Public transport in the Paisar is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Barkot to Paisar is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Paisar is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paisar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paisar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paisar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paisar 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 Paisar
Where is Paisar located?
Paisar village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paisar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paisar is Painsar.
What is the pincode of Paisar?
The pincode of Paisar is 249128.
What is the population of Paisar?
Paisar had a total population of 335, including 160 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Paisar?
Paisar had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paisar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paisar was 29.51%. Male literacy was 36.30% and female literacy was 23.53%.