Ket - Bharari, Bilaspur
Ket is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ket village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ket is 019207. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 174023 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Ket village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ket
According to the 2011 Census, Ket village had a total population of 80 people, including 39 males and 41 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.01%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 76.32%.
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 | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 1 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Ket
Ket 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 Ket
Ket 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 Bilaspur to Ket is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ket
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ket village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ket
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ket 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ket
Where is Ket located?
Ket village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ket?
The Gram Panchayat of Ket is Gahar.
What is the pincode of Ket?
The pincode of Ket is 174023.
What is the population of Ket?
Ket had a total population of 80, including 39 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Ket?
Ket had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ket?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ket was 87.01%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 76.32%.