Roodpur - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Roodpur is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilhar and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Rudrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Roodpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roodpur is 133562. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.11 hectares and falls under the 242307 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Roodpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roodpur
According to the 2011 Census, Roodpur village had a total population of 1,454 people, including 822 males and 632 females, living in 398 households. The sex ratio was 769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.50%, with male literacy at 72.59% and female literacy at 54.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189.
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 | 1,454 | 822 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 136 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 101 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 498 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 669 | 324 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Roodpur
Roodpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pohkarpur T.rudrapur | East | 0.89 km |
| Jagat Piparthana | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Muria Khera Ajamabad | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Sarsava | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Jaura Patti Chinta | South | 1.61 km |
| Dabhaura Simra | West | 1.65 km |
| Piree | East | 1.72 km |
| Madar | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Jaura Patti Praja | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Kundara | North-East | 2.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Roodpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Roodpur. The nearest railway station is Bilpur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahjahanpur to Roodpur is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roodpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roodpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Roodpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roodpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Roodpur
Where is Roodpur located?
Roodpur village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roodpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Roodpur is Rudrapur.
What is the pincode of Roodpur?
The pincode of Roodpur is 242307.
What is the population of Roodpur?
Roodpur had a total population of 1,454, including 822 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Roodpur?
Roodpur had 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Roodpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roodpur was 64.50%. Male literacy was 72.59% and female literacy was 54.05%.