Govind Nagar - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Govind Nagar is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Govindnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Govind Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govind Nagar is 056089. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Rudrapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Govind Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Govind Nagar
As per Census 2011, Govind Nagar village has a total population of 4,580 people, consisting of 2,364 males and 2,216 females. The village has 846 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 658 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,626 literate and 1,954 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Govind Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,580 | 2,364 | 2,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 658 | 325 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,626 | 1,555 | 1,071 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,954 | 809 | 1,145 |
Nearby Villages of Govind Nagar
Govind 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 Govind Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Govind Nagar. Govind Nagar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudrapur to Govind Nagar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Govind Nagar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govind Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govind 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Govind 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 Govind 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 Govind Nagar
Where is Govind Nagar located?
Govind Nagar village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govind Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Govind Nagar is Govindnagar.
What is the pincode of Govind Nagar?
The pincode of Govind Nagar is 262405.
What is the population of Govind Nagar?
Govind Nagar has a total population of 4,580, including 2,364 males and 2,216 females.
How many households are there in Govind Nagar?
There are 846 households in Govind Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Govind Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govind Nagar is 57.34%. Male literacy is 65.78% and female literacy is 48.33%.