Karghatiya - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Karghatiya is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Karghatiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karghatiya is 056127. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Karghatiya 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 Karghatiya
According to the 2011 Census, Karghatiya village had a total population of 599 people, including 321 males and 278 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.23%, with male literacy at 80.42% and female literacy at 69.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 358.
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 | 599 | 321 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 195 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 230 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 91 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Karghatiya
Karghatiya 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 Karghatiya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Karghatiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Karghatiya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Karghatiya is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karghatiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karghatiya 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 Karghatiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karghatiya 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 Karghatiya
Where is Karghatiya located?
Karghatiya village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karghatiya?
Karghatiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karghatiya?
The pincode of Karghatiya is 262405.
What is the population of Karghatiya?
Karghatiya had a total population of 599, including 321 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Karghatiya?
Karghatiya had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karghatiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karghatiya was 75.23%. Male literacy was 80.42% and female literacy was 69.41%.