Nald - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Nald is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nald village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nald is 040289. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.57 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Nald village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Nald
According to the 2011 Census, Nald village had a total population of 80 people, including 41 males and 39 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.81%, with male literacy at 97.14% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 34 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 7 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Nald
Nald 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 Nald
Public transport in the Nald 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 Nald is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Nald is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nald
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nald 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 Nald
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nald village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nald
Where is Nald located?
Nald village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nald?
The Gram Panchayat of Nald is Kud.
What is the pincode of Nald?
The pincode of Nald is 249141.
What is the population of Nald?
Nald had a total population of 80, including 41 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Nald?
Nald had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nald?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nald was 82.81%. Male literacy was 97.14% and female literacy was 65.52%.