Nauban - Bhikiasain, Almora
Nauban is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhikiyasain and around 108 km from Almora. Noba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nauban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nauban is 051789. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.92 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
Nauban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nauban
As per Census 2011, Nauban village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 80 males and 104 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,300 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nauban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 80 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 48 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 18 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Nauban
Nauban 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 Nauban
Nauban is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ramnagar to Nauban is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Nauban is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nauban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nauban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nauban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nauban 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nauban
Where is Nauban located?
Nauban village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nauban?
The Gram Panchayat of Nauban is Noba.
What is the pincode of Nauban?
The pincode of Nauban is 263645.
What is the population of Nauban?
Nauban has a total population of 184, including 80 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Nauban?
There are 46 households in Nauban.
What is the literacy rate in Nauban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nauban is 68.48%. Male literacy is 77.50% and female literacy is 61.54%.