Sovanpur - Ramnagar, Nainital
Sovanpur is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dharmpur Kathiapul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sovanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sovanpur is 055409. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.97 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sovanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sovanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sovanpur village had a total population of 78 people, including 42 males and 36 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.06%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 87.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 11 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Sovanpur
Sovanpur 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 Sovanpur
Sovanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sovanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sovanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Sovanpur is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sovanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sovanpur 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 Sovanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sovanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sovanpur
Where is Sovanpur located?
Sovanpur village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sovanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sovanpur is Dharmpur Kathiapul.
What is the pincode of Sovanpur?
The pincode of Sovanpur is 244715.
What is the population of Sovanpur?
Sovanpur had a total population of 78, including 42 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Sovanpur?
Sovanpur had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sovanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sovanpur was 88.06%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 87.50%.