Nam Tol - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Nam Tol is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Tharali and around 85 km from Gopeshwar. Namtol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nam Tol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nam Tol is 041635. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.32 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Nam Tol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nam Tol
According to the 2011 Census, Nam Tol village had a total population of 294 people, including 134 males and 160 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 87.16% and female literacy at 58.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 294 | 134 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 95 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 39 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Nam Tol
Nam Tol 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 Nam Tol
Nam Tol 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 Nam Tol is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Nam Tol is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nam Tol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nam Tol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nam Tol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nam Tol 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nam Tol
Where is Nam Tol located?
Nam Tol village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nam Tol?
The Gram Panchayat of Nam Tol is Namtol.
What is the pincode of Nam Tol?
The pincode of Nam Tol is 246481.
What is the population of Nam Tol?
Nam Tol had a total population of 294, including 134 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Nam Tol?
Nam Tol had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nam Tol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nam Tol was 70.97%. Male literacy was 87.16% and female literacy was 58.27%.