Nigali - Poornagiri, Champawat
Nigali is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Poth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nigali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nigali is 054424. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.73 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Nigali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Nigali
According to the 2011 Census, Nigali village had a total population of 63 people, including 30 males and 33 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.70%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 58.62%.
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 | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Nigali
Nigali 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 Nigali
Public transport in the Nigali 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 Tanakpur to Nigali is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Nigali is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nigali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nigali 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 Nigali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nigali 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 Nigali
Where is Nigali located?
Nigali village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nigali?
The Gram Panchayat of Nigali is Poth.
What is the pincode of Nigali?
The pincode of Nigali is 262523.
What is the population of Nigali?
Nigali had a total population of 63, including 30 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Nigali?
Nigali had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nigali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nigali was 71.70%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 58.62%.