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
As per Census 2011, Nail Khalwadi village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 73 males and 83 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nail Khalwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 73 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 156, including 73 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Nail Khalwadi?
There are 35 households in Nail Khalwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Nail Khalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail Khalwadi is 77.56%. Male literacy is 89.04% and female literacy is 67.47%.