Nanai - Mori, Uttarkashi
Nanai is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 156 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Nanai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nanai is 040259. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.7 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Nanai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nanai
As per Census 2011, Nanai village has a total population of 1,385 people, consisting of 722 males and 663 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 918 literate and 467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nanai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,385 | 722 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 102 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 170 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 918 | 552 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 170 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Nanai
Nanai 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 Nanai
Nanai 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 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 Barkot to Nanai is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Nanai is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nanai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nanai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nanai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nanai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nanai
Where is Nanai located?
Nanai village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nanai?
Nanai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nanai?
The pincode of Nanai is 249128.
What is the population of Nanai?
Nanai has a total population of 1,385, including 722 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Nanai?
There are 286 households in Nanai.
What is the literacy rate in Nanai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nanai is 66.28%. Male literacy is 76.45% and female literacy is 55.20%.