Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) - Dwarahat, Almora
Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Pujakhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) is 052643. The village covers a total geographical area of 1.83 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pujakhet(Hat Anshik)
According to the 2011 Census, Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) village had a total population of 281 people, including 154 males and 127 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.20%, with male literacy at 96.32% and female literacy at 83.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 281 | 154 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 18 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 131 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 23 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Pujakhet(Hat Anshik)
Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) 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 Pujakhet(Hat Anshik)
Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pujakhet(Hat Anshik)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pujakhet(Hat Anshik)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pujakhet(Hat Anshik)
Where is Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) located?
Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pujakhet(Hat Anshik)?
The Gram Panchayat of Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) is Pujakhet.
What is the pincode of Pujakhet(Hat Anshik)?
The pincode of Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) is 263653.
What is the population of Pujakhet(Hat Anshik)?
Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) had a total population of 281, including 154 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Pujakhet(Hat Anshik)?
Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pujakhet(Hat Anshik)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pujakhet(Hat Anshik) was 90.20%. Male literacy was 96.32% and female literacy was 83.19%.