Nakurchi - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Nakurchi is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 81 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nakurchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakurchi is 044282. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.73 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Nakurchi 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nakurchi
According to the 2011 Census, Nakurchi village had a total population of 245 people, including 133 males and 112 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.89%, with male literacy at 96.12% and female literacy at 60.42%.
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 | 245 | 133 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 30 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 99 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 34 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Nakurchi
Nakurchi 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 Nakurchi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Nakurchi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Nakurchi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Nakurchi is about 81 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 Nakurchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakurchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nakurchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakurchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nakurchi
Where is Nakurchi located?
Nakurchi village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nakurchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nakurchi is Dunda.
What is the pincode of Nakurchi?
The pincode of Nakurchi is 249180.
What is the population of Nakurchi?
Nakurchi had a total population of 245, including 133 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Nakurchi?
Nakurchi had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nakurchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakurchi was 78.89%. Male literacy was 96.12% and female literacy was 60.42%.