Vijaypur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Vijaypur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Ratanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vijaypur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijaypur is 055556. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.91 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Vijaypur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vijaypur
According to the 2011 Census, Vijaypur village had a total population of 294 people, including 157 males and 137 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.17%, with male literacy at 82.44% and female literacy at 62.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 294 | 157 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 108 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 49 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Vijaypur
Vijaypur 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 Vijaypur
Vijaypur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaladhungi to Vijaypur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Vijaypur is about 39 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 Vijaypur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijaypur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vijaypur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijaypur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vijaypur
Where is Vijaypur located?
Vijaypur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijaypur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vijaypur is Ratanpur.
What is the pincode of Vijaypur?
The pincode of Vijaypur is 263140.
What is the population of Vijaypur?
Vijaypur had a total population of 294, including 157 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Vijaypur?
Vijaypur had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vijaypur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijaypur was 73.17%. Male literacy was 82.44% and female literacy was 62.61%.