Rahpura - Rudrapur, Udham Singh Nagar
Rahpura is a village situated in the Rudrapur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from Kichha and around 15 km from Rudrapur. Saijana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rahpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahpura is 055965. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.11 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Rahpura 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 Rahpura
According to the 2011 Census, Rahpura village had a total population of 177 people, including 100 males and 77 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 770 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.89%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 64.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 177 | 100 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 75 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 25 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Rahpura
Rahpura 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 Rahpura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Rahpura. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rahpura.
| 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 Kichha to Rahpura is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Rahpura is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rahpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rahpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rahpura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rahpura
Where is Rahpura located?
Rahpura village is located in Rudrapur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rahpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahpura is Saijana.
What is the pincode of Rahpura?
The pincode of Rahpura is 263148.
What is the population of Rahpura?
Rahpura had a total population of 177, including 100 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Rahpura?
Rahpura had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rahpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahpura was 72.89%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 64.79%.