Nadda - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Nadda is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Kotdwara and around 104 km from Pauri. Hatnood serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nadda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nadda is 048326. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.88 hectares and falls under the 246124 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Nadda 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 Nadda
According to the 2011 Census, Nadda village had a total population of 110 people, including 51 males and 59 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,157 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.69%, with male literacy at 97.96% and female literacy at 69.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 110 | 51 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 3 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Nadda
Nadda 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 Nadda
Nadda 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 <5 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 Kotdwara to Nadda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Nadda is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nadda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nadda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nadda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nadda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nadda
Where is Nadda located?
Nadda village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nadda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nadda is Hatnood.
What is the pincode of Nadda?
The pincode of Nadda is 246124.
What is the population of Nadda?
Nadda had a total population of 110, including 51 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Nadda?
Nadda had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nadda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nadda was 82.69%. Male literacy was 97.96% and female literacy was 69.09%.