Karghata - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Karghata is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chika Ghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karghata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karghata is 056122. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.58 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Karghata 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 Karghata
According to the 2011 Census, Karghata village had a total population of 404 people, including 209 males and 195 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.14%, with male literacy at 95.21% and female literacy at 80.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 389.
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 | 404 | 209 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 201 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 179 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 30 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Karghata
Karghata 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 Karghata
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karghata.
| 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 Karghata is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Karghata is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karghata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karghata 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 Karghata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karghata 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karghata
Where is Karghata located?
Karghata village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karghata?
The Gram Panchayat of Karghata is Chika Ghat.
What is the pincode of Karghata?
The pincode of Karghata is 262405.
What is the population of Karghata?
Karghata had a total population of 404, including 209 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Karghata?
Karghata had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karghata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karghata was 88.14%. Male literacy was 95.21% and female literacy was 80.87%.