Nail Toranu - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Nail Toranu is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gawana1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nail Toranu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nail Toranu is 043234. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.16 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Nail Toranu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nail Toranu
As per Census 2011, Nail Toranu village has a total population of 56 people, consisting of 31 males and 25 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 806 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 16 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nail Toranu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Nail Toranu
Nail Toranu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kund Bharpur | North-West | 0.74 km |
| Kaphald | North-East | 0.81 km |
| Chyali | West | 1.64 km |
| Bankola | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Patakhal | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Dowalya | North | 2.21 km |
| Kothi Gadhni | South | 2.57 km |
| Katal | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Mathiyan Gaon | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Basuli | South-East | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nail Toranu
Nail Toranu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Devprayag to Nail Toranu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Nail Toranu is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nail Toranu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nail Toranu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nail Toranu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nail Toranu 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nail Toranu
Where is Nail Toranu located?
Nail Toranu village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nail Toranu?
The Gram Panchayat of Nail Toranu is Gawana1.
What is the pincode of Nail Toranu?
The pincode of Nail Toranu is 249161.
What is the population of Nail Toranu?
Nail Toranu has a total population of 56, including 31 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Nail Toranu?
There are 8 households in Nail Toranu.
What is the literacy rate in Nail Toranu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail Toranu is 71.43%. Male literacy is 80.65% and female literacy is 60.00%.