Naitwar - Mori, Uttarkashi
Naitwar is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 176 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Naitwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naitwar is 040254. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.51 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Naitwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Naitwar
According to the 2011 Census, Naitwar village had a total population of 319 people, including 162 males and 157 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.48%, with male literacy at 78.23% and female literacy at 45.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 319 | 162 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 97 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 65 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Naitwar
Naitwar 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 Naitwar
Naitwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Naitwar is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Naitwar is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naitwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naitwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naitwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naitwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naitwar
Where is Naitwar located?
Naitwar village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naitwar?
Naitwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naitwar?
The pincode of Naitwar is 249128.
What is the population of Naitwar?
Naitwar had a total population of 319, including 162 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Naitwar?
Naitwar had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naitwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naitwar was 61.48%. Male literacy was 78.23% and female literacy was 45.86%.