Kunwarpur - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Kunwarpur is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kunwarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunwarpur is 056146. The village covers a total geographical area of 191.37 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kunwarpur 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunwarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kunwarpur village had a total population of 1,926 people, including 995 males and 931 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.88%, with male literacy at 77.17% and female literacy at 53.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 378, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,926 | 995 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 132 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 201 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,087 | 666 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 839 | 329 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Kunwarpur
Kunwarpur 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 Kunwarpur
Kunwarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Kunwarpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kunwarpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunwarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunwarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunwarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunwarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kunwarpur
Where is Kunwarpur located?
Kunwarpur village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kunwarpur?
Kunwarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunwarpur?
The pincode of Kunwarpur is 263148.
What is the population of Kunwarpur?
Kunwarpur had a total population of 1,926, including 995 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Kunwarpur?
Kunwarpur had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunwarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunwarpur was 65.88%. Male literacy was 77.17% and female literacy was 53.49%.