Rudrpur - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Rudrpur is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Rudrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rudrpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rudrpur is 042104. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.43 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Rudrpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rudrpur
As per Census 2011, Rudrpur village has a total population of 629 people, consisting of 320 males and 309 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rudrpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 320 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 45 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 270 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 50 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Rudrpur
Rudrpur 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 Rudrpur
Rudrpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Rudrpur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rudrpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rudrpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rudrpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rudrpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rudrpur
Where is Rudrpur located?
Rudrpur village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rudrpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rudrpur is Rudrapur.
What is the pincode of Rudrpur?
The pincode of Rudrpur is 246439.
What is the population of Rudrpur?
Rudrpur has a total population of 629, including 320 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Rudrpur?
There are 124 households in Rudrpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rudrpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rudrpur is 74.88%. Male literacy is 84.38% and female literacy is 65.05%.