Gautha - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Gautha is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Gautha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gautha is 056123. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.02 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Gautha 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 Gautha
According to the 2011 Census, Gautha village had a total population of 3,828 people, including 1,979 males and 1,849 females, living in 694 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.54%, with male literacy at 77.74% and female literacy at 58.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,250.
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 | 3,828 | 1,979 | 1,849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 312 | 299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,250 | 1,171 | 1,079 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,205 | 1,296 | 909 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,623 | 683 | 940 |
Nearby Villages of Gautha
Gautha 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 Gautha
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gautha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Gautha is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Gautha is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gautha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gautha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gautha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gautha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gautha
Where is Gautha located?
Gautha village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gautha?
Gautha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gautha?
The pincode of Gautha is 262405.
What is the population of Gautha?
Gautha had a total population of 3,828, including 1,979 males and 1,849 females.
How many households are there in Gautha?
Gautha had 694 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gautha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gautha was 68.54%. Male literacy was 77.74% and female literacy was 58.65%.