Rafinagar - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Rafinagar 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 22 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Rafinagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rafinagar is 056023. The village covers a total geographical area of 678.35 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Rafinagar 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 Rafinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Rafinagar village had a total population of 1,327 people, including 697 males and 630 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.00%, with male literacy at 83.79% and female literacy at 67.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 288.
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 | 1,327 | 697 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 111 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 151 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 491 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 206 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Rafinagar
Rafinagar 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 Rafinagar
Rafinagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Rafinagar.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarpur to Rafinagar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Rafinagar is about 22 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 Rafinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rafinagar 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 Rafinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rafinagar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rafinagar
Where is Rafinagar located?
Rafinagar village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rafinagar?
Rafinagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rafinagar?
The pincode of Rafinagar is 263152.
What is the population of Rafinagar?
Rafinagar had a total population of 1,327, including 697 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Rafinagar?
Rafinagar had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rafinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rafinagar was 76.00%. Male literacy was 83.79% and female literacy was 67.53%.