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
According to the 2011 Census, Nail village had a total population of 151 people, including 71 males and 80 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.83%, with male literacy at 93.44% and female literacy at 78.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 151 | 71 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 151, including 71 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Nail?
Nail had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail was 85.83%. Male literacy was 93.44% and female literacy was 78.79%.