Neel Pahari - Dhari, Nainital
Neel Pahari is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Jalna Neel Pahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Neel Pahari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Neel Pahari is 054956. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.2 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Neel Pahari 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 Neel Pahari
According to the 2011 Census, Neel Pahari village had a total population of 645 people, including 344 males and 301 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.87%, with male literacy at 93.73% and female literacy at 76.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273.
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 | 645 | 344 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 147 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 284 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 60 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Neel Pahari
Neel Pahari 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 Neel Pahari
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Neel Pahari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Neel Pahari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Neel Pahari is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Neel Pahari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Neel Pahari 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 Neel Pahari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Neel Pahari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Neel Pahari
Where is Neel Pahari located?
Neel Pahari village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Neel Pahari?
The Gram Panchayat of Neel Pahari is Jalna Neel Pahari.
What is the pincode of Neel Pahari?
The pincode of Neel Pahari is 263132.
What is the population of Neel Pahari?
Neel Pahari had a total population of 645, including 344 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Neel Pahari?
Neel Pahari had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Neel Pahari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Neel Pahari was 85.87%. Male literacy was 93.73% and female literacy was 76.81%.