Keet - Theog, Shimla
Keet is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bharara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keet is 025152. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.07 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Keet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keet
As per Census 2011, Keet village has a total population of 251 people, consisting of 116 males and 135 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,163 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | 116 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 101 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 15 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Keet
Keet 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 Keet
Keet 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Keet is about 38 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 Keet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keet 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 Keet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Keet
Where is Keet located?
Keet village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keet?
The Gram Panchayat of Keet is Bharara.
What is the pincode of Keet?
The pincode of Keet is 171201.
What is the population of Keet?
Keet has a total population of 251, including 116 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Keet?
There are 51 households in Keet.
What is the literacy rate in Keet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keet is 85.26%. Male literacy is 87.07% and female literacy is 83.70%.