Aam - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Aam is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Dhari and around 90 km from Nainital. Harish Tal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aam is 055074. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.1 hectares and falls under the 263126 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Aam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aam
According to the 2011 Census, Aam village had a total population of 119 people, including 59 males and 60 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 59 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 17 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Aam
Aam 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 Aam
Aam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Haldwani to Aam is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Aam is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aam 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Aam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aam 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 Aam
Where is Aam located?
Aam village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aam?
The Gram Panchayat of Aam is Harish Tal.
What is the pincode of Aam?
The pincode of Aam is 263126.
What is the population of Aam?
Aam had a total population of 119, including 59 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Aam?
Aam had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aam was 69.23%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 54.55%.