Jhagarpuri - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Jhagarpuri is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Jhagarpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jhagarpuri is 056048. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.24 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Jhagarpuri 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 Jhagarpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Jhagarpuri village had a total population of 1,742 people, including 890 males and 852 females, living in 315 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.17%, with male literacy at 72.02% and female literacy at 53.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 1,742 | 890 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 161 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 9 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 904 | 525 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 365 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Jhagarpuri
Jhagarpuri 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 Jhagarpuri
Jhagarpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jhagarpuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jhagarpuri is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Jhagarpuri is about 16 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 Jhagarpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jhagarpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jhagarpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jhagarpuri 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 Jhagarpuri
Where is Jhagarpuri located?
Jhagarpuri village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Jhagarpuri?
Jhagarpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jhagarpuri?
The pincode of Jhagarpuri is 263152.
What is the population of Jhagarpuri?
Jhagarpuri had a total population of 1,742, including 890 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Jhagarpuri?
Jhagarpuri had 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhagarpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jhagarpuri was 63.17%. Male literacy was 72.02% and female literacy was 53.99%.