Ninwal Chak - Ranikhet, Almora
Ninwal Chak is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sutar Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ninwal Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ninwal Chak is 052278. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.49 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ninwal Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Ninwal Chak
As per Census 2011, Ninwal Chak village has a total population of 76 people, consisting of 38 males and 38 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 52 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ninwal Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 8 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Ninwal Chak
Ninwal Chak 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 Ninwal Chak
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ninwal Chak.
| 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 Ninwal Chak is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Ninwal Chak is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ninwal Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ninwal Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ninwal Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ninwal Chak 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ninwal Chak
Where is Ninwal Chak located?
Ninwal Chak village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ninwal Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Ninwal Chak is Sutar Gaon.
What is the pincode of Ninwal Chak?
The pincode of Ninwal Chak is 263652.
What is the population of Ninwal Chak?
Ninwal Chak has a total population of 76, including 38 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Ninwal Chak?
There are 16 households in Ninwal Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Ninwal Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ninwal Chak is 68.42%. Male literacy is 78.95% and female literacy is 57.89%.