Gangapur Raqba - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Gangapur Raqba is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Gangapur Raqba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur Raqba is 055629. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.44 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gangapur Raqba 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 Raqba
As per Census 2011, Gangapur Raqba village has a total population of 1,278 people, consisting of 700 males and 578 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 866 literate and 412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 340 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangapur Raqba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,278 | 700 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 98 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 168 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 866 | 522 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 178 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur Raqba
Gangapur Raqba 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 Raqba
Gangapur Raqba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gangapur Raqba.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Raqba is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gangapur Raqba is about 63 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 Raqba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur Raqba 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 Gangapur Raqba
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 Raqba 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 Gangapur Raqba
Where is Gangapur Raqba located?
Gangapur Raqba village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur Raqba?
Gangapur Raqba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangapur Raqba?
The pincode of Gangapur Raqba is 244713.
What is the population of Gangapur Raqba?
Gangapur Raqba has a total population of 1,278, including 700 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur Raqba?
There are 298 households in Gangapur Raqba.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur Raqba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur Raqba is 67.76%. Male literacy is 74.57% and female literacy is 59.52%.