Ajitpur - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Ajitpur is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Ajeetpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajitpur is 056009. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.65 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ajitpur 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ajitpur village had a total population of 1,923 people, including 1,006 males and 917 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.35%, with male literacy at 85.73% and female literacy at 59.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 1,923 | 1,006 | 917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 144 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 739 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 267 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Ajitpur
Ajitpur 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 Ajitpur
Ajitpur 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 Ajitpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kichha to Ajitpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Ajitpur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajitpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ajitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajitpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ajitpur
Where is Ajitpur located?
Ajitpur village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ajitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajitpur is Ajeetpur.
What is the pincode of Ajitpur?
The pincode of Ajitpur is 263148.
What is the population of Ajitpur?
Ajitpur had a total population of 1,923, including 1,006 males and 917 females.
How many households are there in Ajitpur?
Ajitpur had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ajitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajitpur was 73.35%. Male literacy was 85.73% and female literacy was 59.82%.