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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Gajepur village has a total population of 327 people, consisting of 164 males and 163 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gajepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 164 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| 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 has a total population of 327, including 164 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Gajepur?
There are 63 households in Gajepur.
What is the literacy rate in Gajepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajepur is 80.43%. Male literacy is 87.80% and female literacy is 73.01%.