Garhakhet - Syalde, Almora
Garhakhet is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from Sult and around 185 km from Almora. Gumti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garhakhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garhakhet is 052068. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.22 hectares and falls under the 263665 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 106 km away.
Garhakhet 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 Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garhakhet
According to the 2011 Census, Garhakhet village had a total population of 64 people, including 26 males and 38 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,462 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.97%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 63.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 64 | 26 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 3 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Garhakhet
Garhakhet 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 Garhakhet
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Garhakhet.
| 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 Ramnagar to Garhakhet is about 106 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Garhakhet is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garhakhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garhakhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garhakhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garhakhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garhakhet
Where is Garhakhet located?
Garhakhet village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garhakhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Garhakhet is Gumti.
What is the pincode of Garhakhet?
The pincode of Garhakhet is 263665.
What is the population of Garhakhet?
Garhakhet had a total population of 64, including 26 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Garhakhet?
Garhakhet had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garhakhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garhakhet was 77.97%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 63.89%.