Nagjhala - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Nagjhala is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Nagjhala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagjhala is 040106. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.41 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Nagjhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagjhala
According to the 2011 Census, Nagjhala village had a total population of 120 people, including 58 males and 62 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.49%, with male literacy at 94.00% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 11 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Nagjhala
Nagjhala 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 Nagjhala
Nagjhala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Nagjhala is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Nagjhala is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagjhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagjhala 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 Nagjhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagjhala 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 Nagjhala
Where is Nagjhala located?
Nagjhala village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagjhala?
Nagjhala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagjhala?
The pincode of Nagjhala is 249185.
What is the population of Nagjhala?
Nagjhala had a total population of 120, including 58 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Nagjhala?
Nagjhala had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nagjhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagjhala was 75.49%. Male literacy was 94.00% and female literacy was 57.69%.