Nelang - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Nelang is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 82 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Harshil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nelang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nelang is 040709. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.86 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Gangotri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Nelang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nelang
According to the 2011 Census, Nelang village had a total population of 48 people, including 48 males and 0 females, living in 48 households. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 48 | 48 | 0 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 48 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Nelang
Nelang 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 Nelang
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangotri to Nelang is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Nelang is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Nelang
Where is Nelang located?
Nelang village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nelang?
The Gram Panchayat of Nelang is Harshil.
What is the pincode of Nelang?
The pincode of Nelang is 249135.
How many households are there in Nelang?
Nelang had 48 households.