Nail Village - Pokhari, Chamoli
Nail is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Nel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nail is 041140. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.63 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Nail 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
As per Census 2011, Nail village has a total population of 585 people, consisting of 293 males and 292 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 419 literate and 166 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nail are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 293 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 222 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 71 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Nail
Nail is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Masauli | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Gudam | West | 1.33 km |
| Nauli | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Kujni | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Salna | West | 3.08 km |
| Jakhmala | West | 3.18 km |
| Jaurasi | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Raduva | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Kalsir | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Tunji | West | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nail
Nail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.1 km.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Nail is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Nail is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nail
Where is Nail located?
Nail village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nail?
The Gram Panchayat of Nail is Nel.
What is the pincode of Nail?
The pincode of Nail is 246449.
What is the population of Nail?
Nail has a total population of 585, including 293 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Nail?
There are 117 households in Nail.
What is the literacy rate in Nail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail is 71.62%. Male literacy is 75.77% and female literacy is 67.47%.