Nag Kanyal - Kanda, Bageshwar
Nag Kanyal is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Sashola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nag Kanyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nag Kanyal is 050725. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.39 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Nag Kanyal 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nag Kanyal
According to the 2011 Census, Nag Kanyal village had a total population of 136 people, including 63 males and 73 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.98%, with male literacy at 98.11% and female literacy at 81.54%.
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 | 136 | 63 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Nag Kanyal
Nag Kanyal 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 Nag Kanyal
Nag Kanyal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bageshwar to Nag Kanyal is about 32 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 Nag Kanyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nag Kanyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nag Kanyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nag Kanyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nag Kanyal
Where is Nag Kanyal located?
Nag Kanyal village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nag Kanyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nag Kanyal is Sashola.
What is the pincode of Nag Kanyal?
The pincode of Nag Kanyal is 263631.
What is the population of Nag Kanyal?
Nag Kanyal had a total population of 136, including 63 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Nag Kanyal?
Nag Kanyal had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nag Kanyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nag Kanyal was 88.98%. Male literacy was 98.11% and female literacy was 81.54%.