Naikhuna
Naikhuna is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Rithayat is the gram panchayat of Naikhuna village.
Here you can discover what makes Naikhuna unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Naikhuna’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Naikhuna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Naikhuna is 049953. The village spans a total geographical area of 119.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Naikhuna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 100km away.
When it comes to local governance, Naikhuna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Naikhuna
Population of Naikhuna
According to the 2011 Census, Naikhuna has a total population of about 183, with approximately 85 males and 98 females. The sex ratio is around 1152 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.85%, with male literacy at about 77.65% and female literacy near 61.22%. There are around 42 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Naikhuna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 183 | 85 | 98 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
Literate Population | 126 | 66 | 60 |
Illiterate Population | 57 | 19 | 38 |
Connectivity of Naikhuna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Naikhuna. As per the 2011 stats, Naikhuna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Naikhuna
Knowing the nearby villages of Naikhuna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Naikhuna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Naikhuna
- Where is Naikhuna located?
- Naikhuna village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Naikhuna?
- The Gram Panchayat of Naikhuna is Rithayat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Naikhuna?
- The pincode of Naikhuna is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Naikhuna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Naikhuna is 183, with 85 males and 98 females.
- How many households are there in Naikhuna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Naikhuna village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Naikhuna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Naikhuna is 68.85%. The male literacy rate is 77.65%, while the female literacy rate is 61.22%.