Shoka Nagla - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Shoka Nagla 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 33 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Ganeshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shoka Nagla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shoka Nagla is 055912. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.04 hectares and falls under the 263150 pincode. Kelakhera is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shoka Nagla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shoka Nagla
As per Census 2011, Shoka Nagla village has a total population of 735 people, consisting of 388 males and 347 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 514 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shoka Nagla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 735 | 388 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 213 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 311 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 77 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Shoka Nagla
Shoka Nagla 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 Shoka Nagla
Shoka Nagla 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 Shoka Nagla.
| 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 Kelakhera to Shoka Nagla is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Shoka Nagla is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shoka Nagla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shoka Nagla 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 Shoka Nagla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shoka Nagla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shoka Nagla
Where is Shoka Nagla located?
Shoka Nagla village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shoka Nagla?
The Gram Panchayat of Shoka Nagla is Ganeshpur.
What is the pincode of Shoka Nagla?
The pincode of Shoka Nagla is 263150.
What is the population of Shoka Nagla?
Shoka Nagla has a total population of 735, including 388 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Shoka Nagla?
There are 136 households in Shoka Nagla.
What is the literacy rate in Shoka Nagla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shoka Nagla is 69.93%. Male literacy is 80.15% and female literacy is 58.50%.