Nauri - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Nauri is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Nauri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nauri is 040145. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.46 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Nauri 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 Nauri
According to the 2011 Census, Nauri village had a total population of 206 people, including 107 males and 99 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.34%, with male literacy at 95.70% and female literacy at 56.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 206 | 107 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 89 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 18 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Nauri
Nauri 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 Nauri
Nauri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Nauri is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Nauri is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nauri 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 Nauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nauri 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Nauri
Where is Nauri located?
Nauri village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nauri?
Nauri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nauri?
The pincode of Nauri is 249185.
What is the population of Nauri?
Nauri had a total population of 206, including 107 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Nauri?
Nauri had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nauri was 76.34%. Male literacy was 95.70% and female literacy was 56.99%.