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 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 Raj Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Raj Nagar village had a total population of 2,567 people, including 1,326 males and 1,241 females, living in 484 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.35%, with male literacy at 79.00% and female literacy at 59.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 2,567 | 1,326 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 164 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,567, including 1,326 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Raj Nagar?
Raj Nagar had 484 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raj Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raj Nagar was 69.35%. Male literacy was 79.00% and female literacy was 59.04%.