Arakhet - Jainti, Almora
Arakhet is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Aara Khet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arakhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arakhet is 053476. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.23 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Arakhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arakhet
As per Census 2011, Arakhet village has a total population of 275 people, consisting of 121 males and 154 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,272 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 194 literate and 81 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arakhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 275 | 121 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 98 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 23 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Arakhet
Arakhet 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 Arakhet
Arakhet 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Arakhet is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arakhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arakhet 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 Arakhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arakhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Arakhet
Where is Arakhet located?
Arakhet village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arakhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Arakhet is Aara Khet.
What is the pincode of Arakhet?
The pincode of Arakhet is 263626.
What is the population of Arakhet?
Arakhet has a total population of 275, including 121 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Arakhet?
There are 54 households in Arakhet.
What is the literacy rate in Arakhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arakhet is 70.55%. Male literacy is 80.99% and female literacy is 62.34%.