Giddhaur - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Giddhaur is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Sitarganj and around 60 km from Rudrapur. Giddhaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giddhaur is 056187. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.68 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Giddhaur 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 Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giddhaur
According to the 2011 Census, Giddhaur village had a total population of 879 people, including 457 males and 422 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.14%, with male literacy at 73.58% and female literacy at 48.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265.
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 | 879 | 457 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 71 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 284 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 173 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Giddhaur
Giddhaur 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 Giddhaur
Public transport in the Giddhaur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Giddhaur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Giddhaur 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.
Banking and Postal Services in Giddhaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giddhaur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Giddhaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giddhaur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Giddhaur
Where is Giddhaur located?
Giddhaur village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Giddhaur?
Giddhaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Giddhaur?
The pincode of Giddhaur is 262308.
What is the population of Giddhaur?
Giddhaur had a total population of 879, including 457 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Giddhaur?
Giddhaur had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giddhaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giddhaur was 61.14%. Male literacy was 73.58% and female literacy was 48.10%.