Namala - Ranikhet, Almora
Namala 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 82 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Haroli Ganoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namala is 052385. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.93 hectares and falls under the 263664 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Namala 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 Namala
According to the 2011 Census, Namala village had a total population of 64 people, including 24 males and 40 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 52.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 64 | 24 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 3 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Namala
Namala 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 Namala
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Namala.
| 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 Namala is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Namala is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Namala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namala 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 Namala
Where is Namala located?
Namala village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Namala?
The Gram Panchayat of Namala is Haroli Ganoli.
What is the pincode of Namala?
The pincode of Namala is 263664.
What is the population of Namala?
Namala had a total population of 64, including 24 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Namala?
Namala had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namala was 68.42%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 52.94%.