Nag Joshi - Someshwar, Almora
Nag Joshi is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kwarali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nag Joshi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nag Joshi is 053300. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.04 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Nag Joshi 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nag Joshi
According to the 2011 Census, Nag Joshi village had a total population of 163 people, including 76 males and 87 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.22%, with male literacy at 96.72% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 163 | 76 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 32 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 17 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Nag Joshi
Nag Joshi 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 Nag Joshi
Nag Joshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Almora to Nag Joshi is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nag Joshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nag Joshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nag Joshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nag Joshi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nag Joshi
Where is Nag Joshi located?
Nag Joshi village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nag Joshi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nag Joshi is Kwarali.
What is the pincode of Nag Joshi?
The pincode of Nag Joshi is 263637.
What is the population of Nag Joshi?
Nag Joshi had a total population of 163, including 76 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Nag Joshi?
Nag Joshi had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nag Joshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nag Joshi was 82.22%. Male literacy was 96.72% and female literacy was 70.27%.