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 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 Nirai
As per Census 2011, Nirai village has a total population of 499 people, consisting of 228 males and 271 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,188 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nirai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 228 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 131 | 119 |
| 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 has a total population of 499, including 228 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Nirai?
There are 111 households in Nirai.
What is the literacy rate in Nirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nirai is 63.13%. Male literacy is 74.12% and female literacy is 53.87%.