Nag - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Nag is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Jajauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nag is 049991. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.67 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Nag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Nag
According to the 2011 Census, Nag village had a total population of 289 people, including 147 males and 142 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 81.51% and female literacy at 65.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 289 | 147 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 97 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 50 | 64 |
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
Nag is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Nag is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nag?
The Gram Panchayat of Nag is Jajauli.
What is the pincode of Nag?
The pincode of Nag is 262522.
What is the population of Nag?
Nag had a total population of 289, including 147 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Nag?
Nag had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nag was 73.53%. Male literacy was 81.51% and female literacy was 65.55%.