Calcutta - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Calcutta is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kankata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Calcutta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Calcutta is 056064. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.42 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Calcutta 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 Gadarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Calcutta
According to the 2011 Census, Calcutta village had a total population of 563 people, including 291 males and 272 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.60%, with male literacy at 77.31% and female literacy at 56.02%.
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 | 563 | 291 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 53 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 184 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 107 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Calcutta
Calcutta 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 Calcutta
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Calcutta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarpur to Calcutta is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Calcutta is about 34 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 Calcutta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Calcutta 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 Calcutta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Calcutta 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Calcutta
Where is Calcutta located?
Calcutta village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Calcutta?
The Gram Panchayat of Calcutta is Kankata.
What is the pincode of Calcutta?
The pincode of Calcutta is 263152.
What is the population of Calcutta?
Calcutta had a total population of 563, including 291 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Calcutta?
Calcutta had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Calcutta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Calcutta was 66.60%. Male literacy was 77.31% and female literacy was 56.02%.