Naini - Gairsain, Chamoli
Naini is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Naini village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naini is 042039. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.6 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Naini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naini
As per Census 2011, Naini village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 163 males and 214 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,312 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 240 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 163 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 40 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Naini
Naini 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 Naini
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Naini.
| 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 Naini is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Naini is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naini 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 Naini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naini 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 Naini
Where is Naini located?
Naini village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naini?
Naini is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naini?
The pincode of Naini is 246486.
What is the population of Naini?
Naini has a total population of 377, including 163 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Naini?
There are 81 households in Naini.
What is the literacy rate in Naini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naini is 63.66%. Male literacy is 75.46% and female literacy is 54.67%.