Nail - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Nail is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Thapli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nail is 041471. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.76 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Nail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Nail
According to the 2011 Census, Nail village had a total population of 99 people, including 41 males and 58 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,415 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 68.00%.
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 | 99 | 41 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 13 | 24 |
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 shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Nail is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | 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
Where is Nail located?
Nail village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nail?
The Gram Panchayat of Nail is Thapli.
What is the pincode of Nail?
The pincode of Nail is 246429.
What is the population of Nail?
Nail had a total population of 99, including 41 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Nail?
Nail had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail was 75.61%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 68.00%.