Gangi - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Gangi is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Gangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangi is 056243. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.14 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gangi 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangi
According to the 2011 Census, Gangi village had a total population of 2,440 people, including 1,261 males and 1,179 females, living in 408 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.97%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 64.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 650, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,049.
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 | 2,440 | 1,261 | 1,179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 168 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 650 | 345 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,049 | 542 | 507 |
| Literate Population | 1,611 | 934 | 677 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 327 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Gangi
Gangi 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 Gangi
Gangi 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 Gangi.
| 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 Khatima to Gangi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gangi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gangi
Where is Gangi located?
Gangi village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangi?
Gangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangi?
The pincode of Gangi is 262308.
What is the population of Gangi?
Gangi had a total population of 2,440, including 1,261 males and 1,179 females.
How many households are there in Gangi?
Gangi had 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangi was 74.97%. Male literacy was 85.45% and female literacy was 64.11%.