Nerul - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Nerul is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 47 km from Lansdowne and around 60 km from Pauri. Nairul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nerul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nerul is 047246. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.97 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Nerul 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 Nerul
According to the 2011 Census, Nerul village had a total population of 143 people, including 74 males and 69 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.54%, with male literacy at 95.38% and female literacy at 67.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 62 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 12 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Nerul
Nerul 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 Nerul
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nerul.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Nerul is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Nerul is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nerul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nerul 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 Nerul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nerul 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 Nerul
Where is Nerul located?
Nerul village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nerul?
The Gram Panchayat of Nerul is Nairul.
What is the pincode of Nerul?
The pincode of Nerul is 246123.
What is the population of Nerul?
Nerul had a total population of 143, including 74 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Nerul?
Nerul had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nerul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nerul was 81.54%. Male literacy was 95.38% and female literacy was 67.69%.