Nail Laga Farakande - Gairsain, Chamoli
Nail Laga Farakande is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Nail Lagga Farkande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nail Laga Farakande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nail Laga Farakande is 041911. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.75 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Nail Laga Farakande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Nail Laga Farakande
According to the 2011 Census, Nail Laga Farakande village had a total population of 215 people, including 93 males and 122 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,312 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.36%, with male literacy at 81.43% and female literacy at 61.17%.
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 | 215 | 93 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 57 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 36 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Nail Laga Farakande
Nail Laga Farakande is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumoli Raiwan | South | 0.78 km |
| Farkande Malli | North | 1.23 km |
| Farakande Talli | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Rikholi | East | 1.58 km |
| Khadun Laga Gawali | East | 1.71 km |
| Danga Laga Pajyana | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Ganwali | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Marora | North | 2.07 km |
| Pajyana | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Kulagar | South-West | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nail Laga Farakande
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nail Laga Farakande. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Nail Laga Farakande is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Nail Laga Farakande is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nail Laga Farakande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nail Laga Farakande village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nail Laga Farakande
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 Laga Farakande village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nail Laga Farakande
Where is Nail Laga Farakande located?
Nail Laga Farakande village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nail Laga Farakande?
The Gram Panchayat of Nail Laga Farakande is Nail Lagga Farkande.
What is the pincode of Nail Laga Farakande?
The pincode of Nail Laga Farakande is 246428.
What is the population of Nail Laga Farakande?
Nail Laga Farakande had a total population of 215, including 93 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Nail Laga Farakande?
Nail Laga Farakande had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nail Laga Farakande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail Laga Farakande was 69.36%. Male literacy was 81.43% and female literacy was 61.17%.