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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nail village had a total population of 112 people, including 54 males and 58 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.14%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 90.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 112, including 54 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Nail?
Nail had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail was 93.14%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 90.74%.