Maharajpur - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Maharajpur is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Mahrajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maharajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maharajpur is 055955. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.19 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Maharajpur 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 Maharajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maharajpur village had a total population of 2,083 people, including 1,099 males and 984 females, living in 404 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.05%, with male literacy at 79.81% and female literacy at 65.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 493.
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 | 2,083 | 1,099 | 984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 168 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 255 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,282 | 743 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 356 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Maharajpur
Maharajpur 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 Maharajpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Maharajpur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Maharajpur.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Maharajpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Maharajpur is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maharajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maharajpur 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 Maharajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maharajpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maharajpur
Where is Maharajpur located?
Maharajpur village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maharajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maharajpur is Mahrajpur.
What is the pincode of Maharajpur?
The pincode of Maharajpur is 263148.
What is the population of Maharajpur?
Maharajpur had a total population of 2,083, including 1,099 males and 984 females.
How many households are there in Maharajpur?
Maharajpur had 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maharajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maharajpur was 73.05%. Male literacy was 79.81% and female literacy was 65.41%.