Chikaghat - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Chikaghat is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chika Ghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikaghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikaghat is 056119. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.39 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chikaghat 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikaghat
According to the 2011 Census, Chikaghat village had a total population of 634 people, including 332 males and 302 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.79%, with male literacy at 81.41% and female literacy at 55.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chikaghat
Chikaghat 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 Chikaghat
Chikaghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Chikaghat is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Chikaghat is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikaghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikaghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chikaghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikaghat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chikaghat
Where is Chikaghat located?
Chikaghat village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chikaghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikaghat is Chika Ghat.
What is the pincode of Chikaghat?
The pincode of Chikaghat is 262405.
What is the population of Chikaghat?
Chikaghat had a total population of 634, including 332 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Chikaghat?
Chikaghat had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikaghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikaghat was 68.79%. Male literacy was 81.41% and female literacy was 55.20%.