Nail - Syalde, Almora
Nail is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Sult and around 180 km from Almora. Nail village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nail is 052065. The village covers a total geographical area of 383.25 hectares and falls under the 263665 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Nail 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 Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nail
According to the 2011 Census, Nail village had a total population of 968 people, including 428 males and 540 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 1,262 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 90.83% and female literacy at 65.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 968 | 428 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 327 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 101 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Nail
Nail 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 Nail
Nail 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 Ramnagar to Nail is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Nail is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nail
Where is Nail located?
Nail village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nail?
Nail is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nail?
The pincode of Nail is 263665.
What is the population of Nail?
Nail had a total population of 968, including 428 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Nail?
Nail had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail was 76.19%. Male literacy was 90.83% and female literacy was 65.21%.