Gangapur - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Gangapur is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bhjuwa Nagla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur is 055862. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.39 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur village had a total population of 138 people, including 76 males and 62 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.06%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 138 | 76 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 61 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Gangapur 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
Gangapur 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 Gangapur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Gangapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gangapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur 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 Gangapur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gangapur
Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur is Bhjuwa Nagla.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 262401.
What is the population of Gangapur?
Gangapur had a total population of 138, including 76 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur?
Gangapur had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur was 83.06%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 73.68%.