Gajraola - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Gajraola is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Gajraola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gajraola is 055802. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.83 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gajraola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gajraola
According to the 2011 Census, Gajraola village had a total population of 1,193 people, including 625 males and 568 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.91%, with male literacy at 72.17% and female literacy at 54.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 1,193 | 625 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 104 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 376 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 249 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Gajraola
Gajraola 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 Gajraola
Gajraola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gajraola.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Gajraola is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gajraola is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gajraola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gajraola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gajraola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gajraola 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gajraola
Where is Gajraola located?
Gajraola village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gajraola?
Gajraola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gajraola?
The pincode of Gajraola is 262401.
What is the population of Gajraola?
Gajraola had a total population of 1,193, including 625 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Gajraola?
Gajraola had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajraola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gajraola was 63.91%. Male literacy was 72.17% and female literacy was 54.98%.