Kharkhet - Ranikhet, Almora
Kharkhet is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kharkhet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharkhet is 052377. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.74 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kharkhet 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 Kharkhet
As per Census 2011, Kharkhet village has a total population of 95 people, consisting of 38 males and 57 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,500 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 66 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharkhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 95 | 38 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 9 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kharkhet
Kharkhet 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 Kharkhet
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kharkhet.
| 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 Ranikhet to Kharkhet is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kharkhet is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharkhet 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharkhet 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 Kharkhet
Where is Kharkhet located?
Kharkhet village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharkhet?
Kharkhet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharkhet?
The pincode of Kharkhet is 263645.
What is the population of Kharkhet?
Kharkhet has a total population of 95, including 38 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Kharkhet?
There are 20 households in Kharkhet.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharkhet is 69.47%. Male literacy is 76.32% and female literacy is 64.91%.