Newal Gaon - Sult, Almora
Newal Gaon is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nawal Gaon I serves as the Gram Panchayat for Newal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Newal Gaon is 052137. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.67 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Newal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Newal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Newal Gaon village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 53 males and 68 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,283 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 59 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Newal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 53 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 17 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Newal Gaon
Newal Gaon 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 Newal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Newal Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Newal Gaon is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Newal Gaon is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Newal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Newal Gaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Newal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Newal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Newal Gaon
Where is Newal Gaon located?
Newal Gaon village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Newal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Newal Gaon is Nawal Gaon I.
What is the pincode of Newal Gaon?
The pincode of Newal Gaon is 263676.
What is the population of Newal Gaon?
Newal Gaon has a total population of 121, including 53 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Newal Gaon?
There are 30 households in Newal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Newal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Newal Gaon is 51.24%. Male literacy is 67.92% and female literacy is 38.24%.