Chikaghat

Chikaghat is a village located in Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sitarganj (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Chika Ghat is the gram panchayat of Chikaghat village.

Here you can discover what makes Chikaghat unique in its vibrant Sitarganj-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Chikaghat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Chikaghat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikaghat is 056119. The village spans a total geographical area of 193.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262405. Sitarganj is nearest town to Chikaghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chikaghat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chikaghat

According to the 2011 Census, Chikaghat has a total population of about 634, with approximately 332 males and 302 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.31%, with male literacy at about 65.96% and female literacy near 45.70%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikaghat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 634 332 302
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 115 63 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 80 38 42
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 17 10 7
Literate Population 357 219 138
Illiterate Population 277 113 164

Connectivity of Chikaghat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikaghat. As per the 2011 stats, Chikaghat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chikaghat

Knowing the nearby villages of Chikaghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikaghat.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chikaghat

Where is Chikaghat located?
Chikaghat village is situated in Sitarganj Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikaghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikaghat is Chika Ghat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chikaghat?
The pincode of Chikaghat is 262405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikaghat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikaghat is 634, with 332 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Chikaghat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikaghat village has a total of 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikaghat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikaghat is 56.31%. The male literacy rate is 65.96%, while the female literacy rate is 45.70%.