Gopal Nagar - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Gopal Nagar 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 24 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Girdharnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gopal Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gopal Nagar is 056044. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gopal 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 Gopal Nagar
As per Census 2011, Gopal Nagar village has a total population of 597 people, consisting of 391 males and 206 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 526 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 511 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gopal Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 597 | 391 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 158 | - |
| Literate Population | 511 | 360 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 31 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Gopal Nagar
Gopal 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 Gopal Nagar
Gopal 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 Gopal 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 Gopal Nagar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gopal Nagar is about 24 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 Gopal Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gopal Nagar 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 Gopal 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 Gopal 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 Gopal Nagar
Where is Gopal Nagar located?
Gopal Nagar village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gopal Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gopal Nagar is Girdharnagar.
What is the pincode of Gopal Nagar?
The pincode of Gopal Nagar is 263152.
What is the population of Gopal Nagar?
Gopal Nagar has a total population of 597, including 391 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Gopal Nagar?
There are 90 households in Gopal Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Gopal Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopal Nagar is 85.59%. Male literacy is 92.07% and female literacy is 73.30%.