Nail - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Nail is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Nail village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nail is 042919. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.9 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 70 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 Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nail
According to the 2011 Census, Nail village had a total population of 137 people, including 59 males and 78 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,322 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 58.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 137 | 59 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 3 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 50 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 9 | 40 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thapla | East | 0.77 km |
| Bausla | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Budkot | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Chakrushera | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Kemtilaga Burkot | South | 2.01 km |
| Indrola | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Vanchuri | South | 2.41 km |
| Dewlangi | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Ghansali | North | 2.48 km |
| Bahera | North-East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nail
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nail. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.1 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 Tehri to Nail is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Nail is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 5-10 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 Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nail?
Nail is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nail?
The pincode of Nail is 249155.
What is the population of Nail?
Nail had a total population of 137, including 59 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Nail?
Nail had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nail was 72.73%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 58.46%.