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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Aam village has a total population of 119 people, consisting of 59 males and 60 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 119, including 59 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Aam?
There are 20 households in Aam.
What is the literacy rate in Aam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aam is 60.50%. Male literacy is 71.19% and female literacy is 50.00%.