Nail Khalwadi - Pokhari, Chamoli
Nail Khalwadi is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Nail Aetha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nail Khalwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nail Khalwadi is 041192. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.76 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Nail Khalwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nail Khalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Nail Khalwadi village had a total population of 156 people, including 73 males and 83 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.82%, with male literacy at 98.48% and female literacy at 74.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 156 | 73 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 8 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Nail Khalwadi
Nail Khalwadi 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 Khalwadi
Nail Khalwadi 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandprayag to Nail Khalwadi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Nail Khalwadi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nail Khalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nail Khalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nail Khalwadi
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 Khalwadi 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 Nail Khalwadi
Where is Nail Khalwadi located?
Nail Khalwadi village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nail Khalwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nail Khalwadi is Nail Aetha.
What is the pincode of Nail Khalwadi?
The pincode of Nail Khalwadi is 246473.
What is the population of Nail Khalwadi?
Nail Khalwadi had a total population of 156, including 73 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Nail Khalwadi?
Nail Khalwadi had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nail Khalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail Khalwadi was 85.82%. Male literacy was 98.48% and female literacy was 74.67%.