Papri - Ramnagar, Nainital
Papri is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dayarampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papri is 055404. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.11 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Papri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Papri
According to the 2011 Census, Papri village had a total population of 253 people, including 129 males and 124 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.82%, with male literacy at 84.68% and female literacy at 76.85%.
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 | 253 | 129 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 35 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Papri
Papri 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 Papri
Papri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Papri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Papri is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Papri is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Papri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Papri
Where is Papri located?
Papri village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papri?
The Gram Panchayat of Papri is Dayarampur.
What is the pincode of Papri?
The pincode of Papri is 244715.
What is the population of Papri?
Papri had a total population of 253, including 129 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Papri?
Papri had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papri was 80.82%. Male literacy was 84.68% and female literacy was 76.85%.