Gaughat - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Gaughat is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chachar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaughat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaughat is 056005. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.96 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Gaughat 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaughat
According to the 2011 Census, Gaughat village had a total population of 234 people, including 124 males and 110 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.53%, with male literacy at 65.66% and female literacy at 54.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 234 | 124 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 59 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Gaughat
Gaughat 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 Gaughat
Gaughat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gaughat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Gaughat is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gaughat is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaughat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaughat 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 Gaughat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaughat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gaughat
Where is Gaughat located?
Gaughat village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaughat?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaughat is Chachar.
What is the pincode of Gaughat?
The pincode of Gaughat is 263148.
What is the population of Gaughat?
Gaughat had a total population of 234, including 124 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Gaughat?
Gaughat had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaughat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaughat was 60.53%. Male literacy was 65.66% and female literacy was 54.95%.