Raj Nagar - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Raj Nagar is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Raja Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raj Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raj Nagar is 056104. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.35 hectares and falls under the 263151 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Raj 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 Raj Nagar
As per Census 2011, Raj Nagar village has a total population of 2,567 people, consisting of 1,326 males and 1,241 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,561 literate and 1,006 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raj Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,567 | 1,326 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 164 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,561 | 918 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 408 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Raj Nagar
Raj 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 Raj Nagar
Raj Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Raj Nagar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Raj Nagar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raj Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raj Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Raj 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 Raj Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raj Nagar
Where is Raj Nagar located?
Raj Nagar village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raj Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Raj Nagar is Raja Nagar.
What is the pincode of Raj Nagar?
The pincode of Raj Nagar is 263151.
What is the population of Raj Nagar?
Raj Nagar has a total population of 2,567, including 1,326 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Raj Nagar?
There are 484 households in Raj Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Raj Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raj Nagar is 60.81%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 51.81%.