Nagar - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Nagar is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Naghad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagar is 051894. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.04 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nagar
As per Census 2011, Nagar village has a total population of 581 people, consisting of 266 males and 315 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,184 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 266 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 174 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 214 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 52 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Nagar
Nagar 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 Nagar
Public transport in the Nagar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ranikhet to Nagar is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Nagar is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagar 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 Nagar
Where is Nagar located?
Nagar village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagar is Naghad.
What is the pincode of Nagar?
The pincode of Nagar is 263656.
What is the population of Nagar?
Nagar has a total population of 581, including 266 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Nagar?
There are 133 households in Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagar is 68.67%. Male literacy is 80.45% and female literacy is 58.73%.