Rudpur - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Rudpur is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Rudapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rudpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rudpur is 056091. The village covers a total geographical area of 540.67 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Rudpur 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 Rudpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rudpur village had a total population of 4,317 people, including 2,233 males and 2,084 females, living in 800 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.48%, with male literacy at 80.28% and female literacy at 59.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 4,317 | 2,233 | 2,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 250 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,684 | 1,592 | 1,092 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,633 | 641 | 992 |
Nearby Villages of Rudpur
Rudpur 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 Rudpur
Rudpur 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Rudpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Rudpur is about 55 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 Rudpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rudpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rudpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rudpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rudpur
Where is Rudpur located?
Rudpur village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rudpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rudpur is Rudapur.
What is the pincode of Rudpur?
The pincode of Rudpur is 262405.
What is the population of Rudpur?
Rudpur had a total population of 4,317, including 2,233 males and 2,084 females.
How many households are there in Rudpur?
Rudpur had 800 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rudpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rudpur was 70.48%. Male literacy was 80.28% and female literacy was 59.84%.