Ninus - Tyuni, Dehradun
Ninus is a village situated in the Tyuni tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tyuni and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Ninus village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ninus is 044727. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.12 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Chakrata is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Ninus village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ninus
According to the 2011 Census, Ninus village had a total population of 272 people, including 154 males and 118 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 766 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.48%, with male literacy at 92.70% and female literacy at 78.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 204.
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 | 272 | 154 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 121 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 127 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 27 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Ninus
Ninus 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koti (babar) | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Maindrath | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Bagi | West | 2.05 km |
| Chausal | South | 2.44 km |
| Dirnad | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Purtad | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Kuna | West | 3.01 km |
| Kukrera | North | 3.89 km |
| Bagoor | South | 3.96 km |
| Wegal | North-West | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ninus
Ninus is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Shimla Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 km.
| 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 Chakrata to Ninus is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Ninus is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ninus
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ninus 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 Ninus
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ninus 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 Ninus
Where is Ninus located?
Ninus village is located in Tyuni Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ninus?
Ninus is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ninus?
The pincode of Ninus is 248001.
What is the population of Ninus?
Ninus had a total population of 272, including 154 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Ninus?
Ninus had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ninus?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ninus was 86.48%. Male literacy was 92.70% and female literacy was 78.50%.