Vijay Nagar - Rudrapur, Udham Singh Nagar
Vijay Nagar is a village situated in the Rudrapur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Gadarpur and around 12 km from Rudrapur. Vijay Nagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijay Nagar is 056080. The village covers a total geographical area of 874.74 hectares and falls under the 263160 pincode. Dineshpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Vijay Nagar 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 Rudrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vijay Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Vijay Nagar village had a total population of 8,818 people, including 4,536 males and 4,282 females, living in 1,708 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.33%, with male literacy at 79.06% and female literacy at 59.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 468.
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 | 8,818 | 4,536 | 4,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,139 | 597 | 542 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 468 | 236 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,324 | 3,114 | 2,210 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,494 | 1,422 | 2,072 |
Nearby Villages of Vijay Nagar
Vijay Nagar 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 Vijay Nagar
Vijay Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vijay Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dineshpur to Vijay Nagar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Vijay Nagar is about 12 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 Vijay Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijay Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vijay Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijay Nagar 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 Vijay Nagar
Where is Vijay Nagar located?
Vijay Nagar village is located in Rudrapur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vijay Nagar?
Vijay Nagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vijay Nagar?
The pincode of Vijay Nagar is 263160.
What is the population of Vijay Nagar?
Vijay Nagar had a total population of 8,818, including 4,536 males and 4,282 females.
How many households are there in Vijay Nagar?
Vijay Nagar had 1,708 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vijay Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijay Nagar was 69.33%. Male literacy was 79.06% and female literacy was 59.09%.