Naikhuna - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Naikhuna is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Rithayat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naikhuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naikhuna is 049953. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.37 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Naikhuna 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naikhuna
According to the 2011 Census, Naikhuna village had a total population of 183 people, including 85 males and 98 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,153 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 183 | 85 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 19 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Naikhuna
Naikhuna 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 Naikhuna
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Naikhuna.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Naikhuna is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naikhuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naikhuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naikhuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naikhuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naikhuna
Where is Naikhuna located?
Naikhuna village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naikhuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Naikhuna is Rithayat.
What is the pincode of Naikhuna?
The pincode of Naikhuna is 262522.
What is the population of Naikhuna?
Naikhuna had a total population of 183, including 85 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Naikhuna?
Naikhuna had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naikhuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naikhuna was 82.35%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 71.43%.