Nerkhera - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Nerkhera is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Nerkhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nerkhera is 055858. The village covers a total geographical area of 406.12 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nerkhera 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 Nerkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Nerkhera village had a total population of 1,016 people, including 529 males and 487 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.89%, with male literacy at 65.07% and female literacy at 50.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 466, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 1,016 | 529 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 111 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 466 | 238 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 272 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 257 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Nerkhera
Nerkhera 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 Nerkhera
Public transport in the Nerkhera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Nerkhera.
| 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 Nerkhera is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Nerkhera 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 Nerkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nerkhera 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 Nerkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nerkhera 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 Nerkhera
Where is Nerkhera located?
Nerkhera village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nerkhera?
Nerkhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nerkhera?
The pincode of Nerkhera is 262401.
What is the population of Nerkhera?
Nerkhera had a total population of 1,016, including 529 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Nerkhera?
Nerkhera had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nerkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nerkhera was 57.89%. Male literacy was 65.07% and female literacy was 50.13%.