Neejhra - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Neejhra is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Neejhra is 055649. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.79 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Neejhra is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Neejhra
According to the 2011 Census, Neejhra village had a total population of 2,243 people, including 1,157 males and 1,086 females, living in 469 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.14%, with male literacy at 93.95% and female literacy at 83.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 2,243 | 1,157 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 132 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,764 | 963 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 194 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Neejhra
Neejhra 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 Neejhra
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Neejhra is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Neejhra is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Neejhra
Where is Neejhra located?
Neejhra village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Neejhra?
The pincode of Neejhra is 244713.
What is the population of Neejhra?
Neejhra had a total population of 2,243, including 1,157 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Neejhra?
Neejhra had 469 households.
What is the literacy rate in Neejhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Neejhra was 89.14%. Male literacy was 93.95% and female literacy was 83.96%.