Naithana - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Naithana is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Devprayag and around 105 km from New Tehri. Naithana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naithana is 043362. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.24 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Naithana 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 Naithana
As per Census 2011, Naithana village has a total population of 1,327 people, consisting of 619 males and 708 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 1,143 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 969 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naithana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,327 | 619 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 84 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 107 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 969 | 504 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 115 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Naithana
Naithana 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 Naithana
Naithana 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 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 Kirtinagar to Naithana is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Naithana is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naithana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naithana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naithana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naithana 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naithana
Where is Naithana located?
Naithana village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naithana?
Naithana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naithana?
The pincode of Naithana is 249161.
What is the population of Naithana?
Naithana has a total population of 1,327, including 619 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Naithana?
There are 317 households in Naithana.
What is the literacy rate in Naithana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naithana is 73.02%. Male literacy is 81.42% and female literacy is 65.68%.