Shamthana - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Shamthana is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamthana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamthana is 056282. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.92 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Shamthana 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 Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shamthana
According to the 2011 Census, Shamthana village had a total population of 27 people, including 16 males and 11 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 688 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.00%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 55.56%.
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 | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Shamthana
Shamthana 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 Shamthana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Shamthana. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shamthana.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Shamthana is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Shamthana is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamthana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamthana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shamthana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamthana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shamthana
Where is Shamthana located?
Shamthana village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shamthana?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamthana is Chanda.
What is the pincode of Shamthana?
The pincode of Shamthana is 262308.
What is the population of Shamthana?
Shamthana had a total population of 27, including 16 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Shamthana?
Shamthana had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamthana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamthana was 72.00%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 55.56%.