Kalet - Someshwar, Almora
Kalet is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kakrad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalet is 053345. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.77 hectares and falls under the 263638 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kalet 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalet
According to the 2011 Census, Kalet village had a total population of 114 people, including 52 males and 62 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.41%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 76.67%.
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 | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kalet
Kalet 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 Kalet
Kalet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Kalet is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalet 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kalet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalet
Where is Kalet located?
Kalet village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalet?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalet is Kakrad.
What is the pincode of Kalet?
The pincode of Kalet is 263638.
What is the population of Kalet?
Kalet had a total population of 114, including 52 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Kalet?
Kalet had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalet was 86.41%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 76.67%.