Nalai - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Nalai is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Pauri and around 20 km from Pauri. Nalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalai is 045902. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.91 hectares and falls under the 246166 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nalai
According to the 2011 Census, Nalai village had a total population of 533 people, including 222 males and 311 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,401 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.12%, with male literacy at 93.30% and female literacy at 61.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 533 | 222 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 54 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 167 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 55 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Nalai
Nalai 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 Nalai
Nalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Pauri to Nalai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalai 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 Nalai
Where is Nalai located?
Nalai village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nalai?
Nalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nalai?
The pincode of Nalai is 246166.
What is the population of Nalai?
Nalai had a total population of 533, including 222 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Nalai?
Nalai had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalai was 74.12%. Male literacy was 93.30% and female literacy was 61.54%.