Naret - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Naret is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Narait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naret village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naret is 049472. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.5 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Naret 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 Naret
According to the 2011 Census, Naret village had a total population of 253 people, including 117 males and 136 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.63%, with male literacy at 96.74% and female literacy at 82.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 253 | 117 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 89 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 28 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Naret
Naret 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 Naret
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Naret.
| 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 Didihat to Naret is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Naret is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naret
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naret village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naret
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naret 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 Naret
Where is Naret located?
Naret village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naret?
The Gram Panchayat of Naret is Narait.
What is the pincode of Naret?
The pincode of Naret is 262543.
What is the population of Naret?
Naret had a total population of 253, including 117 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Naret?
Naret had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naret?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naret was 88.63%. Male literacy was 96.74% and female literacy was 82.35%.