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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Newal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Newal Gaon village had a total population of 121 people, including 53 males and 68 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,283 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.94%, with male literacy at 76.60% and female literacy at 43.33%.
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 | 121 | 53 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 121, including 53 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Newal Gaon?
Newal Gaon had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Newal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Newal Gaon was 57.94%. Male literacy was 76.60% and female literacy was 43.33%.