Itawa - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Itawa 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 68 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Itauwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Itawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itawa is 055873. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.22 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Itawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Itawa
As per Census 2011, Itawa village has a total population of 1,745 people, consisting of 895 males and 850 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 843 literate and 902 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Itawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,745 | 895 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 157 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 843 | 526 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 902 | 369 | 533 |
Nearby Villages of Itawa
Itawa 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 Itawa
Itawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Itawa.
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Itawa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Itawa is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itawa 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 Itawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itawa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Itawa
Where is Itawa located?
Itawa village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Itawa is Itauwa.
What is the pincode of Itawa?
The pincode of Itawa is 262401.
What is the population of Itawa?
Itawa has a total population of 1,745, including 895 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Itawa?
There are 331 households in Itawa.
What is the literacy rate in Itawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itawa is 48.31%. Male literacy is 58.77% and female literacy is 37.29%.