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 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 Nald
As per Census 2011, Nald village has a total population of 80 people, consisting of 41 males and 39 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nald are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 80, including 41 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Nald?
There are 16 households in Nald.
What is the literacy rate in Nald?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nald is 66.25%. Male literacy is 82.93% and female literacy is 48.72%.