Nairi - Ranikhet, Almora
Nairi is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nairi 2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nairi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nairi is 052272. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.41 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Nairi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nairi
As per Census 2011, Nairi village has a total population of 306 people, consisting of 127 males and 179 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,409 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nairi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 127 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 93 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 34 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Nairi
Nairi 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 Nairi
Public transport in the Nairi is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Nairi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Nairi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nairi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nairi 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 Nairi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nairi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nairi
Where is Nairi located?
Nairi village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nairi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nairi is Nairi 2.
What is the pincode of Nairi?
The pincode of Nairi is 263652.
What is the population of Nairi?
Nairi has a total population of 306, including 127 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Nairi?
There are 78 households in Nairi.
What is the literacy rate in Nairi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nairi is 61.76%. Male literacy is 73.23% and female literacy is 53.63%.