Anchhta - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Anchhta is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Sitarganj and around 60 km from Rudrapur. Aencheta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anchhta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anchhta is 056185. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Anchhta 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 Anchhta
According to the 2011 Census, Anchhta village had a total population of 1,054 people, including 567 males and 487 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.44%, with male literacy at 87.37% and female literacy at 59.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 550.
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 | 1,054 | 567 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 68 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 550 | 292 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 436 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 131 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Anchhta
Anchhta 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 Anchhta
Public transport in the Anchhta 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 Anchhta is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Anchhta is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anchhta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anchhta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Anchhta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anchhta 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 Anchhta
Where is Anchhta located?
Anchhta village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Anchhta?
The Gram Panchayat of Anchhta is Aencheta.
What is the pincode of Anchhta?
The pincode of Anchhta is 262405.
What is the population of Anchhta?
Anchhta had a total population of 1,054, including 567 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Anchhta?
Anchhta had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anchhta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anchhta was 74.44%. Male literacy was 87.37% and female literacy was 59.49%.