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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Nawali village has a total population of 258 people, consisting of 105 males and 153 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,457 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 258 | 105 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| 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 has a total population of 258, including 105 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Nawali?
There are 47 households in Nawali.
What is the literacy rate in Nawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawali is 60.85%. Male literacy is 70.48% and female literacy is 54.25%.