Nyuni - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Nyuni is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nyoni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nyuni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nyuni is 051944. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.17 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Nyuni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Nyuni
According to the 2011 Census, Nyuni village had a total population of 301 people, including 128 males and 173 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,352 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.49%, with male literacy at 95.19% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 301 | 128 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 99 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 29 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Nyuni
Nyuni 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 Nyuni
Public transport in the Nyuni is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dwarahat to Nyuni is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Nyuni is about 110 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 Nyuni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nyuni 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 Nyuni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nyuni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nyuni
Where is Nyuni located?
Nyuni village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nyuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Nyuni is Nyoni.
What is the pincode of Nyuni?
The pincode of Nyuni is 263656.
What is the population of Nyuni?
Nyuni had a total population of 301, including 128 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Nyuni?
Nyuni had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nyuni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nyuni was 78.49%. Male literacy was 95.19% and female literacy was 66.67%.