Kotwal Alampur - Narsan, Haridwar
Kotwal Alampur is a village situated in the Narsan tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Roorkee and around 45 km from Hardwar. Kotwal Alampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotwal Alampur is 056510. The village covers a total geographical area of 596.18 hectares and falls under the 247670 pincode. Jhabrera is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kotwal Alampur 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 Jhabrera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotwal Alampur
According to the 2011 Census, Kotwal Alampur village had a total population of 6,568 people, including 3,426 males and 3,142 females, living in 969 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.11%, with male literacy at 75.23% and female literacy at 56.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 905.
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 | 6,568 | 3,426 | 3,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 976 | 540 | 436 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 905 | 490 | 415 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,697 | 2,171 | 1,526 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,871 | 1,255 | 1,616 |
Nearby Villages of Kotwal Alampur
Kotwal Alampur 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 Kotwal Alampur
Kotwal Alampur 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 Jhabrera to Kotwal Alampur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Kotwal Alampur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotwal Alampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotwal Alampur 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 Kotwal Alampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotwal Alampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kotwal Alampur
Where is Kotwal Alampur located?
Kotwal Alampur village is located in Narsan Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotwal Alampur?
Kotwal Alampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotwal Alampur?
The pincode of Kotwal Alampur is 247670.
What is the population of Kotwal Alampur?
Kotwal Alampur had a total population of 6,568, including 3,426 males and 3,142 females.
How many households are there in Kotwal Alampur?
Kotwal Alampur had 969 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotwal Alampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotwal Alampur was 66.11%. Male literacy was 75.23% and female literacy was 56.39%.