Nirai - Someshwar, Almora
Nirai 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 38 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nirai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nirai is 053355. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.01 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Nirai 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 Nirai
According to the 2011 Census, Nirai village had a total population of 499 people, including 228 males and 271 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,189 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.54%, with male literacy at 91.35% and female literacy at 62.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250.
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 | 499 | 228 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 131 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 169 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 59 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Nirai
Nirai 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 Nirai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nirai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Almora to Nirai is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nirai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nirai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nirai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nirai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nirai
Where is Nirai located?
Nirai village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nirai?
Nirai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nirai?
The pincode of Nirai is 263638.
What is the population of Nirai?
Nirai had a total population of 499, including 228 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Nirai?
Nirai had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nirai was 75.54%. Male literacy was 91.35% and female literacy was 62.93%.