Nail - Ranikhet, Almora
Nail is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Faldwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nail is 052381. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.81 hectares and falls under the 263660 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Nail 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 Nail
As per Census 2011, Nail village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 54 males and 58 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Nail
Nail is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mawara Mafi | South-West | 0.64 km |
| Gouloli | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Ladholi | West | 1.09 km |
| Jhalori | East | 1.27 km |
| Bhagina | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Kotuli Purniya | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Karchuli | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Majyur | West | 1.97 km |
| Sirkhai | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Gangora | South | 2.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nail
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nail. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Ranikhet to Nail is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Nail is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nail 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nail 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 Nail
Where is Nail located?
Nail village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nail?
The Gram Panchayat of Nail is Faldwari.
What is the pincode of Nail?
The pincode of Nail is 263660.
What is the population of Nail?
Nail has a total population of 112, including 54 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Nail?
There are 23 households in Nail.
What is the literacy rate in Nail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail is 84.82%. Male literacy is 85.19% and female literacy is 84.48%.