Nadgal - Dhari, Nainital
Nadgal is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Mahtoliya Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nadgal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nadgal is 054961. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.88 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Nadgal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nadgal
According to the 2011 Census, Nadgal village had a total population of 119 people, including 57 males and 62 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.87%, with male literacy at 97.92% and female literacy at 76.47%.
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 | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 10 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Nadgal
Nadgal 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 Nadgal
Nadgal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Nadgal is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Nadgal is about 60 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 Nadgal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nadgal 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 Nadgal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nadgal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nadgal
Where is Nadgal located?
Nadgal village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nadgal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nadgal is Mahtoliya Gaon.
What is the pincode of Nadgal?
The pincode of Nadgal is 263132.
What is the population of Nadgal?
Nadgal had a total population of 119, including 57 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Nadgal?
Nadgal had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nadgal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nadgal was 86.87%. Male literacy was 97.92% and female literacy was 76.47%.