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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nairi village had a total population of 306 people, including 127 males and 179 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,409 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.05%, with male literacy at 89.42% and female literacy at 59.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 306 | 127 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 306, including 127 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Nairi?
Nairi had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nairi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nairi was 71.05%. Male literacy was 89.42% and female literacy was 59.26%.