Namoona - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Namoona is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Namuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namoona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namoona is 055886. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.39 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Namoona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Namoona
As per Census 2011, Namoona village has a total population of 2,406 people, consisting of 1,250 males and 1,156 females. The village has 472 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,324 literate and 1,082 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 638 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Namoona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,406 | 1,250 | 1,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 182 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 638 | 309 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 1,324 | 808 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,082 | 442 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Namoona
Namoona 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 Namoona
Namoona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Namoona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Namoona is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Namoona is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namoona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namoona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Namoona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namoona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Namoona
Where is Namoona located?
Namoona village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namoona?
The Gram Panchayat of Namoona is Namuna.
What is the pincode of Namoona?
The pincode of Namoona is 262401.
What is the population of Namoona?
Namoona has a total population of 2,406, including 1,250 males and 1,156 females.
How many households are there in Namoona?
There are 472 households in Namoona.
What is the literacy rate in Namoona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namoona is 55.03%. Male literacy is 64.64% and female literacy is 44.64%.