Rasoolpur - Roorkee, Haridwar
Rasoolpur is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from Roorkee and around 26 km from Hardwar. Rasoolpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasoolpur is 056496. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.69 hectares and falls under the 247667 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Rasoolpur 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 Rasoolpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rasoolpur village had a total population of 1,758 people, including 928 males and 830 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.15%, with male literacy at 77.02% and female literacy at 58.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150.
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 | 1,758 | 928 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 162 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 83 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 997 | 590 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 761 | 338 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Rasoolpur
Rasoolpur 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 Rasoolpur
Rasoolpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Rasoolpur.
| 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 Roorkee to Rasoolpur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Rasoolpur is about 26 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 Rasoolpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasoolpur 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 Rasoolpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasoolpur 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 Rasoolpur
Where is Rasoolpur located?
Rasoolpur village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rasoolpur?
Rasoolpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rasoolpur?
The pincode of Rasoolpur is 247667.
What is the population of Rasoolpur?
Rasoolpur had a total population of 1,758, including 928 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Rasoolpur?
Rasoolpur had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rasoolpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasoolpur was 68.15%. Male literacy was 77.02% and female literacy was 58.39%.