Kakarkhet - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Kakarkhet is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kakad Khet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakarkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakarkhet is 052005. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.81 hectares and falls under the 263660 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kakarkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kakarkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Kakarkhet village had a total population of 164 people, including 68 males and 96 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,412 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.05%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 59.77%.
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 | 164 | 68 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 17 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Kakarkhet
Kakarkhet 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 Kakarkhet
Kakarkhet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Kakarkhet is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kakarkhet is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakarkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakarkhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kakarkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakarkhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kakarkhet
Where is Kakarkhet located?
Kakarkhet village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kakarkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakarkhet is Kakad Khet.
What is the pincode of Kakarkhet?
The pincode of Kakarkhet is 263660.
What is the population of Kakarkhet?
Kakarkhet had a total population of 164, including 68 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Kakarkhet?
Kakarkhet had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakarkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakarkhet was 73.05%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 59.77%.