Gangapur Gosain - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Gangapur Gosain is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Ramnagar Kashipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapur Gosain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur Gosain is 055683. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.32 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gangapur Gosain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapur Gosain
As per Census 2011, Gangapur Gosain village has a total population of 631 people, consisting of 330 males and 301 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 428 literate and 203 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangapur Gosain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 631 | 330 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 253 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 77 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur Gosain
Gangapur Gosain 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 Gangapur Gosain
Gangapur Gosain 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 Gangapur Gosain.
| 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 Kashipur to Gangapur Gosain is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gangapur Gosain is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapur Gosain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur Gosain 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gangapur Gosain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapur Gosain 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gangapur Gosain
Where is Gangapur Gosain located?
Gangapur Gosain village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur Gosain?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur Gosain is Ramnagar Kashipur.
What is the pincode of Gangapur Gosain?
The pincode of Gangapur Gosain is 244713.
What is the population of Gangapur Gosain?
Gangapur Gosain has a total population of 631, including 330 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur Gosain?
There are 122 households in Gangapur Gosain.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur Gosain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur Gosain is 67.83%. Male literacy is 76.67% and female literacy is 58.14%.