Alakhdevi - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Alakhdevi is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Alakhdevi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alakhdevi is 056066. The village covers a total geographical area of 636.39 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Alakhdevi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alakhdevi
As per Census 2011, Alakhdevi village has a total population of 1,873 people, consisting of 1,007 males and 866 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,188 literate and 685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alakhdevi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,873 | 1,007 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 127 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 301 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 733 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 274 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Alakhdevi
Alakhdevi 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 Alakhdevi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Alakhdevi. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Alakhdevi.
| 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 Gadarpur to Alakhdevi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Alakhdevi is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alakhdevi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alakhdevi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alakhdevi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alakhdevi 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 Alakhdevi
Where is Alakhdevi located?
Alakhdevi village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alakhdevi?
Alakhdevi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alakhdevi?
The pincode of Alakhdevi is 263152.
What is the population of Alakhdevi?
Alakhdevi has a total population of 1,873, including 1,007 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Alakhdevi?
There are 366 households in Alakhdevi.
What is the literacy rate in Alakhdevi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alakhdevi is 63.43%. Male literacy is 72.79% and female literacy is 52.54%.