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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Gautha village has a total population of 3,828 people, consisting of 1,979 males and 1,849 females. The village has 694 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,205 literate and 1,623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gautha are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,828, including 1,979 males and 1,849 females.
How many households are there in Gautha?
There are 694 households in Gautha.
What is the literacy rate in Gautha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gautha is 57.60%. Male literacy is 65.49% and female literacy is 49.16%.