Namoli - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Namoli is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Andrawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namoli is 042194. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.64 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Namoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Namoli
According to the 2011 Census, Namoli village had a total population of 27 people, including 10 males and 17 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,700 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.77%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.59%.
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 | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Namoli
Namoli 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 Namoli
Namoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Namoli is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namoli 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Namoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Namoli
Where is Namoli located?
Namoli village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Namoli is Andrawani.
What is the pincode of Namoli?
The pincode of Namoli is 246439.
What is the population of Namoli?
Namoli had a total population of 27, including 10 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Namoli?
Namoli had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namoli was 80.77%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.59%.