Govindpur - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Govindpur is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Govindpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govindpur is 056155. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.96 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Govindpur 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 Govindpur
As per Census 2011, Govindpur village has a total population of 1,596 people, consisting of 826 males and 770 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 973 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Govindpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,596 | 826 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 98 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,103 | 573 | 530 |
| Literate Population | 973 | 571 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 255 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Govindpur
Govindpur 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 Govindpur
Govindpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Govindpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Govindpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govindpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govindpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Govindpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govindpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Govindpur
Where is Govindpur located?
Govindpur village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govindpur?
Govindpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Govindpur?
The pincode of Govindpur is 263148.
What is the population of Govindpur?
Govindpur has a total population of 1,596, including 826 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Govindpur?
There are 301 households in Govindpur.
What is the literacy rate in Govindpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govindpur is 60.96%. Male literacy is 69.13% and female literacy is 52.21%.