Govra - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Govra is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Govra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govra is 055801. The village covers a total geographical area of 620.67 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Govra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Govra
As per Census 2011, Govra village has a total population of 1,962 people, consisting of 992 males and 970 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 986 literate and 976 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Govra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,962 | 992 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 161 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 585 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 976 | 407 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Govra
Govra 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 Govra
Public transport in the Govra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Govra.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Govra is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Govra is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govra 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 Govra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govra 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Govra
Where is Govra located?
Govra village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govra?
Govra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Govra?
The pincode of Govra is 262401.
What is the population of Govra?
Govra has a total population of 1,962, including 992 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Govra?
There are 371 households in Govra.
What is the literacy rate in Govra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govra is 50.25%. Male literacy is 58.97% and female literacy is 41.34%.