Nalagaon - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Nalagaon is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dewal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalagaon is 041300. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Nalagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Nalagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nalagaon village had a total population of 36 people, including 13 males and 23 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.88%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 81.82%.
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 | 36 | 13 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Nalagaon
Nalagaon 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 Nalagaon
Nalagaon 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 >10 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 Gochar to Nalagaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Nalagaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalagaon 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 Nalagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalagaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nalagaon
Where is Nalagaon located?
Nalagaon village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nalagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalagaon is Dewal.
What is the pincode of Nalagaon?
The pincode of Nalagaon is 246429.
What is the population of Nalagaon?
Nalagaon had a total population of 36, including 13 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Nalagaon?
Nalagaon had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nalagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalagaon was 87.88%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 81.82%.