Nakaha - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Nakaha 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 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Nakaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakaha is 056136. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.81 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nakaha 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 Nakaha
According to the 2011 Census, Nakaha village had a total population of 2,358 people, including 1,232 males and 1,126 females, living in 382 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.39%, with male literacy at 73.08% and female literacy at 54.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,358 | 1,232 | 1,126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 177 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 101 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 771 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 461 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Nakaha
Nakaha 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 Nakaha
Nakaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nakaha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Nakaha is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nakaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakaha 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 Nakaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakaha 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nakaha
Where is Nakaha located?
Nakaha village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nakaha?
Nakaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nakaha?
The pincode of Nakaha is 262405.
What is the population of Nakaha?
Nakaha had a total population of 2,358, including 1,232 males and 1,126 females.
How many households are there in Nakaha?
Nakaha had 382 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nakaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakaha was 64.39%. Male literacy was 73.08% and female literacy was 54.77%.