Gandhi Nagar - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Gandhi Nagar is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Judka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhi Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhi Nagar is 055673. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.09 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gandhi 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 Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandhi Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhi Nagar village had a total population of 917 people, including 484 males and 433 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.40%, with male literacy at 69.74% and female literacy at 56.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 355.
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 | 917 | 484 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 189 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 295 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 189 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhi Nagar
Gandhi 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 Gandhi Nagar
Gandhi 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 >10 km of Gandhi 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Gandhi Nagar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gandhi Nagar is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhi Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhi Nagar 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 Gandhi 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 Gandhi 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 Gandhi Nagar
Where is Gandhi Nagar located?
Gandhi Nagar village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gandhi Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhi Nagar is Judka.
What is the pincode of Gandhi Nagar?
The pincode of Gandhi Nagar is 244713.
What is the population of Gandhi Nagar?
Gandhi Nagar had a total population of 917, including 484 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Gandhi Nagar?
Gandhi Nagar had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhi Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhi Nagar was 63.40%. Male literacy was 69.74% and female literacy was 56.18%.