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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Garhkhet village has a total population of 9 people, consisting of 4 males and 5 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The village has 6 literate and 3 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garhkhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | - | 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 has a total population of 9, including 4 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Garhkhet?
There are 3 households in Garhkhet.
What is the literacy rate in Garhkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhkhet is 66.67%. Male literacy is 100.00% and female literacy is 40.00%.