Rodpur - Ranikhet, Almora
Rodpur is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Mahat Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rodpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rodpur is 052282. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.46 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Rodpur 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rodpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rodpur village had a total population of 121 people, including 59 males and 62 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.49%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 81.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Rodpur
Rodpur 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 Rodpur
Rodpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ranikhet to Rodpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Rodpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rodpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rodpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rodpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rodpur 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 Rodpur
Where is Rodpur located?
Rodpur village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rodpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rodpur is Mahat Gaon.
What is the pincode of Rodpur?
The pincode of Rodpur is 263652.
What is the population of Rodpur?
Rodpur had a total population of 121, including 59 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Rodpur?
Rodpur had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rodpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rodpur was 86.49%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 81.36%.