Ikghara - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Ikghara is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Tanda Amichand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ikghara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ikghara is 055834. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.86 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ikghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ikghara
As per Census 2011, Ikghara village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 190 males and 156 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 821 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 193 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ikghara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 190 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 123 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 67 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Ikghara
Ikghara 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 Ikghara
Ikghara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ikghara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Ikghara is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Ikghara 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 Ikghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ikghara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ikghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ikghara 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 Ikghara
Where is Ikghara located?
Ikghara village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ikghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Ikghara is Tanda Amichand.
What is the pincode of Ikghara?
The pincode of Ikghara is 262401.
What is the population of Ikghara?
Ikghara has a total population of 346, including 190 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Ikghara?
There are 69 households in Ikghara.
What is the literacy rate in Ikghara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ikghara is 55.78%. Male literacy is 64.74% and female literacy is 44.87%.