Gandhi Nagar
Gandhi Nagar is a village located in Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Judka is the gram panchayat of Gandhi Nagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandhi Nagar unique in its vibrant Kashipur-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Gandhi Nagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gandhi Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhi Nagar is 055673. The village spans a total geographical area of 197.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 244713. Kashipur is nearest town to Gandhi Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gandhi Nagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gandhi Nagar
Population of Gandhi Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhi Nagar has a total population of about 917, with approximately 484 males and 433 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 355 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.96%, with male literacy at about 60.95% and female literacy near 48.27%. There are around 180 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandhi Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 917 | 484 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 189 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 504 | 295 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 189 | 224 |
Connectivity of Gandhi Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhi Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhi Nagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandhi Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhi Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhi Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhi Nagar
- Where is Gandhi Nagar located?
- Gandhi Nagar village is situated in Kashipur Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhi Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandhi Nagar is Judka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandhi Nagar?
- The pincode of Gandhi Nagar is 244713, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandhi Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhi Nagar is 917, with 484 males and 433 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhi Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhi Nagar village has a total of 180 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhi Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhi Nagar is 54.96%. The male literacy rate is 60.95%, while the female literacy rate is 48.27%.