Girdhar Nagar - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Girdhar Nagar is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Girdharnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girdhar Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girdhar Nagar is 056035. The village covers a total geographical area of 504.37 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Girdhar Nagar 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 Girdhar Nagar
As per Census 2011, Girdhar Nagar village has a total population of 1,628 people, consisting of 873 males and 755 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,154 literate and 474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girdhar Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,628 | 873 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 139 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 181 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 1,154 | 654 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 219 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Girdhar Nagar
Girdhar Nagar 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 Girdhar Nagar
Girdhar Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Girdhar Nagar.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarpur to Girdhar Nagar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Girdhar Nagar is about 20 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 Girdhar Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girdhar Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Girdhar Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girdhar Nagar 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 Girdhar Nagar
Where is Girdhar Nagar located?
Girdhar Nagar village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girdhar Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Girdhar Nagar is Girdharnagar.
What is the pincode of Girdhar Nagar?
The pincode of Girdhar Nagar is 262401.
What is the population of Girdhar Nagar?
Girdhar Nagar has a total population of 1,628, including 873 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Girdhar Nagar?
There are 316 households in Girdhar Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Girdhar Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girdhar Nagar is 70.88%. Male literacy is 74.91% and female literacy is 66.23%.