Rooppur - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Rooppur 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 28 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Rooppur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rooppur is 056018. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.33 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Gadarpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Rooppur 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 Rooppur
As per Census 2011, Rooppur village has a total population of 477 people, consisting of 244 males and 233 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 331 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rooppur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 244 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 164 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 159 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 85 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Rooppur
Rooppur 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 Rooppur
Rooppur 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 >10 km of Rooppur.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarpur to Rooppur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Rooppur is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rooppur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rooppur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rooppur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rooppur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rooppur
Where is Rooppur located?
Rooppur village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rooppur?
Rooppur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rooppur?
The pincode of Rooppur is 263152.
What is the population of Rooppur?
Rooppur has a total population of 477, including 244 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Rooppur?
There are 87 households in Rooppur.
What is the literacy rate in Rooppur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rooppur is 55.56%. Male literacy is 65.16% and female literacy is 45.49%.