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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Giddhaur village has a total population of 879 people, consisting of 457 males and 422 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Giddhaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 | 457 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 71 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| 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 has a total population of 879, including 457 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Giddhaur?
There are 164 households in Giddhaur.
What is the literacy rate in Giddhaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giddhaur is 52.45%. Male literacy is 62.14% and female literacy is 41.94%.