Garhkhet - Bhikiasain, Almora
Garhkhet is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from Bhikiyasain and around 116 km from Almora. Saboli Rautela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhkhet is 051826. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.97 hectares and falls under the 263658 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Garhkhet 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Garhkhet village had a total population of 9 people, including 4 males and 5 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 40.00%.
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 | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Garhkhet
Garhkhet 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 Garhkhet
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Garhkhet.
| 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 Ramnagar to Garhkhet is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Garhkhet is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhkhet 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 Garhkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhkhet 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 Garhkhet
Where is Garhkhet located?
Garhkhet village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhkhet is Saboli Rautela.
What is the pincode of Garhkhet?
The pincode of Garhkhet is 263658.
What is the population of Garhkhet?
Garhkhet had a total population of 9, including 4 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Garhkhet?
Garhkhet had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhkhet was 66.67%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 40.00%.