Nalai - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Nalai is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Sitarganj and around 68 km from Rudrapur. Nalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalai is 056156. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.58 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Nalai 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 Nalai
As per Census 2011, Nalai village has a total population of 1,020 people, consisting of 510 males and 510 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 708 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 375 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,020 | 510 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 180 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 407 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 103 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Nalai
Nalai 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 Nalai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nalai.
| 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 Nalai is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Nalai is about 68 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 Nalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nalai
Where is Nalai located?
Nalai village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalai?
Nalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nalai?
The pincode of Nalai is 262405.
What is the population of Nalai?
Nalai has a total population of 1,020, including 510 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Nalai?
There are 162 households in Nalai.
What is the literacy rate in Nalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalai is 69.41%. Male literacy is 79.80% and female literacy is 59.02%.