Nagala - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Nagala is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Sitarganj and around 65 km from Rudrapur. Nagala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagala is 056171. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.99 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nagala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagala
As per Census 2011, Nagala village has a total population of 1,767 people, consisting of 873 males and 894 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,250 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 997 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,767 | 873 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 109 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 997 | 477 | 520 |
| Literate Population | 1,250 | 687 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 186 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Nagala
Nagala 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 Nagala
Nagala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Nagala is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Nagala is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nagala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagala
Where is Nagala located?
Nagala village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagala?
Nagala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagala?
The pincode of Nagala is 262311.
What is the population of Nagala?
Nagala has a total population of 1,767, including 873 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Nagala?
There are 316 households in Nagala.
What is the literacy rate in Nagala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagala is 70.74%. Male literacy is 78.69% and female literacy is 62.98%.