Gangapur Chhoi - Ramnagar, Nainital
Gangapur Chhoi is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kishanpur Chhoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapur Chhoi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur Chhoi is 055419. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.6 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gangapur Chhoi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gangapur Chhoi
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur Chhoi village had a total population of 33 people, including 20 males and 13 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 650 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.65%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 61.54%.
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 | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur Chhoi
Gangapur Chhoi 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 Gangapur Chhoi
Gangapur Chhoi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gangapur Chhoi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Ramnagar to Gangapur Chhoi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Gangapur Chhoi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapur Chhoi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur Chhoi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gangapur Chhoi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapur Chhoi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gangapur Chhoi
Where is Gangapur Chhoi located?
Gangapur Chhoi village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur Chhoi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur Chhoi is Kishanpur Chhoi.
What is the pincode of Gangapur Chhoi?
The pincode of Gangapur Chhoi is 244715.
What is the population of Gangapur Chhoi?
Gangapur Chhoi had a total population of 33, including 20 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur Chhoi?
Gangapur Chhoi had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur Chhoi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur Chhoi was 80.65%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 61.54%.