Nail - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Nail is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 86 km from Narendra Nagar and around 85 km from New Tehri. Bhutli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nail is 044573. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.62 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Nail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nail
According to the 2011 Census, Nail village had a total population of 95 people, including 37 males and 58 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,568 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.03%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 58.93%.
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 | 95 | 37 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 5 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Nail
Nail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mansari | West | 0.70 km |
| Ukhel | North-East | 0.99 km |
| Thapaliyal Gaon | South | 1.08 km |
| Bhutali | East | 1.13 km |
| Sonsi | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Paweth | West | 1.41 km |
| Laser | East | 1.46 km |
| Ranakot | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Shrikot | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Jakholi | North | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nail
Nail 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 27.6 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 is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Nail is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nail
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 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 Nail
Where is Nail located?
Nail village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nail?
The Gram Panchayat of Nail is Bhutli.
What is the pincode of Nail?
The pincode of Nail is 249146.
What is the population of Nail?
Nail had a total population of 95, including 37 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Nail?
Nail had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail was 73.03%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 58.93%.