Gajepur - Haldwani, Nainital
Gajepur is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kunwarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gajepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajepur is 055219. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.37 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gajepur 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 Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gajepur
According to the 2011 Census, Gajepur village had a total population of 327 people, including 164 males and 163 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.76%, with male literacy at 96.64% and female literacy at 82.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 327 | 164 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 144 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 20 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Gajepur
Gajepur 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 Gajepur
Gajepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gajepur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Gajepur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Gajepur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gajepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gajepur
Where is Gajepur located?
Gajepur village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gajepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajepur is Kunwarpur.
What is the pincode of Gajepur?
The pincode of Gajepur is 263139.
What is the population of Gajepur?
Gajepur had a total population of 327, including 164 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Gajepur?
Gajepur had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajepur was 89.76%. Male literacy was 96.64% and female literacy was 82.64%.