Enar - Ranikhet, Almora
Enar is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Inad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Enar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Enar is 052537. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.12 hectares and falls under the 263678 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Enar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Enar
According to the 2011 Census, Enar village had a total population of 271 people, including 102 males and 169 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,657 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.65%, with male literacy at 87.65% and female literacy at 69.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 271 | 102 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 71 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 31 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Enar
Enar 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 Enar
Enar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >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 Enar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Enar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Enar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Enar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Enar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Enar 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 Enar
Where is Enar located?
Enar village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Enar?
The Gram Panchayat of Enar is Inad.
What is the pincode of Enar?
The pincode of Enar is 263678.
What is the population of Enar?
Enar had a total population of 271, including 102 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Enar?
Enar had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Enar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Enar was 75.65%. Male literacy was 87.65% and female literacy was 69.13%.