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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Nail village has a total population of 968 people, consisting of 428 males and 540 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 1,261 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 640 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 968 | 428 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| 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 has a total population of 968, including 428 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Nail?
There are 219 households in Nail.
What is the literacy rate in Nail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail is 66.12%. Male literacy is 76.40% and female literacy is 57.96%.