Nail - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Nail is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Lansdowne and around 110 km from Pauri. Nail village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nail is 047264. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.04 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Nail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nail
As per Census 2011, Nail village has a total population of 151 people, consisting of 71 males and 80 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 109 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 151 | 71 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 14 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Nail
Nail 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 Nail
Nail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Lansdowne to Nail is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Nail is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nail 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 Nail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nail 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 Nail
Where is Nail located?
Nail village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nail?
Nail is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nail?
The pincode of Nail is 246123.
What is the population of Nail?
Nail has a total population of 151, including 71 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Nail?
There are 33 households in Nail.
What is the literacy rate in Nail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail is 72.19%. Male literacy is 80.28% and female literacy is 65.00%.