Nag - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Nag is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Barakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nag is 049487. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.62 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Nag 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nag
According to the 2011 Census, Nag village had a total population of 61 people, including 28 males and 33 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 68.75%.
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 | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Nag
Nag 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 Nag
Public transport in the Nag is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Nag is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Nag is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nag 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 Nag
Where is Nag located?
Nag village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nag?
The Gram Panchayat of Nag is Barakot.
What is the pincode of Nag?
The pincode of Nag is 262543.
What is the population of Nag?
Nag had a total population of 61, including 28 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Nag?
Nag had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nag was 75.00%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 68.75%.