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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nagala village had a total population of 1,767 people, including 873 males and 894 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.77%, with male literacy at 89.92% and female literacy at 70.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 997.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,767, including 873 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Nagala?
Nagala had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nagala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagala was 79.77%. Male literacy was 89.92% and female literacy was 70.11%.