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.
Chikaghat has its own place in the vibrant Udham Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
Google Map of Chikaghat
Population of Chikaghat
Below is a concise population overview of Chikaghat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikaghat village:
- The total population of Chikaghat village is around 634, including approximately 332 males and 302 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Chikaghat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikaghat village has 80 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikaghat village is about 56.31%, with male literacy at 65.96% and female literacy at 45.70%.
- There are around 126 households in Chikaghat village.
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%.