Nayal - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Nayal is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Mad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nayal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nayal is 049275. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.56 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Nayal 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 Nayal
According to the 2011 Census, Nayal village had a total population of 34 people, including 14 males and 20 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,429 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.13%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Nayal
Nayal 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 Nayal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Nayal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Didihat to Nayal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Nayal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nayal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nayal 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 Nayal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nayal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nayal
Where is Nayal located?
Nayal village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nayal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nayal is Mad.
What is the pincode of Nayal?
The pincode of Nayal is 262551.
What is the population of Nayal?
Nayal had a total population of 34, including 14 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Nayal?
Nayal had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nayal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nayal was 78.13%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 70.00%.