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 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 Gopal Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gopal Nagar village had a total population of 597 people, including 391 males and 206 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 527 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.24%, with male literacy at 96.77% and female literacy at 82.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 597 | 391 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 158 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 597, including 391 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Gopal Nagar?
Gopal Nagar had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gopal Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gopal Nagar was 92.24%. Male literacy was 96.77% and female literacy was 82.97%.