Naula - Ranikhet, Almora
Naula is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Papda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naula is 052338. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.99 hectares and falls under the 263664 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Naula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Naula
According to the 2011 Census, Naula village had a total population of 21 people, including 10 males and 11 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 81.82%.
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 | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Naula
Naula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lod Bagar | North | 0.89 km |
| Sagneti | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Miloti | South | 1.20 km |
| Mushiya Kote | North | 1.34 km |
| Malli Saloni | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Gadhyoula | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Malla Dauda | South | 1.89 km |
| Chuchri Blsht | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Chamdoli Purniya | North | 2.13 km |
| Jaal | North-West | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naula
Public transport in the Naula is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Naula is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Naula is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Naula
Where is Naula located?
Naula village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naula?
The Gram Panchayat of Naula is Papda.
What is the pincode of Naula?
The pincode of Naula is 263664.
What is the population of Naula?
Naula had a total population of 21, including 10 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Naula?
Naula had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naula was 85.71%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 81.82%.