Nawali - Ranikhet, Almora
Nawali is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Lachina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawali is 052464. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.48 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Nawali 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 Nawali
According to the 2011 Census, Nawali village had a total population of 258 people, including 105 males and 153 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,457 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.96%, with male literacy at 91.36% and female literacy at 67.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 258 | 105 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 74 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 31 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Nawali
Nawali 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 Nawali
Nawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Nawali is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Nawali is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawali 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nawali
Where is Nawali located?
Nawali village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nawali?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawali is Lachina.
What is the pincode of Nawali?
The pincode of Nawali is 263645.
What is the population of Nawali?
Nawali had a total population of 258, including 105 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Nawali?
Nawali had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawali was 76.96%. Male literacy was 91.36% and female literacy was 67.48%.