Rurki Gangarampur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Rurki Gangarampur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Nathunagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rurki Gangarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rurki Gangarampur is 055516. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.2 hectares and falls under the 263159 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Rurki Gangarampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rurki Gangarampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rurki Gangarampur village had a total population of 83 people, including 48 males and 35 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 729 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.94%, with male literacy at 97.83% and female literacy at 90.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 45 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Rurki Gangarampur
Rurki Gangarampur 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 Rurki Gangarampur
Rurki Gangarampur 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 Haldwani to Rurki Gangarampur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Rurki Gangarampur 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 Rurki Gangarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rurki Gangarampur 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 Rurki Gangarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rurki Gangarampur 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 Rurki Gangarampur
Where is Rurki Gangarampur located?
Rurki Gangarampur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rurki Gangarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rurki Gangarampur is Nathunagar.
What is the pincode of Rurki Gangarampur?
The pincode of Rurki Gangarampur is 263159.
What is the population of Rurki Gangarampur?
Rurki Gangarampur had a total population of 83, including 48 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Rurki Gangarampur?
Rurki Gangarampur had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rurki Gangarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rurki Gangarampur was 94.94%. Male literacy was 97.83% and female literacy was 90.91%.