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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Rodpur village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 59 males and 62 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rodpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 121, including 59 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Rodpur?
There are 25 households in Rodpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rodpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rodpur is 79.34%. Male literacy is 81.36% and female literacy is 77.42%.