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
According to the 2011 Census, Keet village had a total population of 251 people, including 116 males and 135 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.86%, with male literacy at 95.28% and female literacy at 92.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 251 | 116 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 251, including 116 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Keet?
Keet had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keet was 93.86%. Male literacy was 95.28% and female literacy was 92.62%.