Nag - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Nag is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 108 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Nag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nag is 043455. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.69 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Nag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nag
As per Census 2011, Nag village has a total population of 647 people, consisting of 277 males and 370 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,335 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 420 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 277 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 207 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 70 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Nag
Nag 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 Nag
Nag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Uttarkashi to Nag is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Nag is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Nag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nag
Where is Nag located?
Nag village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nag?
Nag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nag?
The pincode of Nag is 249165.
What is the population of Nag?
Nag has a total population of 647, including 277 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Nag?
There are 127 households in Nag.
What is the literacy rate in Nag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nag is 64.91%. Male literacy is 74.73% and female literacy is 57.57%.