Nagling Village - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Nagling is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 157 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Nagling village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagling is 049084. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.65 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Nagling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagling
As per Census 2011, Nagling village has a total population of 396 people, consisting of 196 males and 200 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 311 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 245 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagling are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 196 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 73 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 245 | 119 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 165 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 31 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Nagling
Nagling 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 Nagling
Public transport in the Nagling is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Dharchula to Nagling is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Nagling is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagling 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 Nagling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagling village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagling
Where is Nagling located?
Nagling village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagling?
Nagling is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagling?
The pincode of Nagling is 262545.
What is the population of Nagling?
Nagling has a total population of 396, including 196 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Nagling?
There are 80 households in Nagling.
What is the literacy rate in Nagling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagling is 78.54%. Male literacy is 84.18% and female literacy is 73.00%.