Khatigaon - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Khatigaon is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from Bageshwar and around 37 km from Bageshwar. Pothan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatigaon is 050874. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.16 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Khatigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatigaon
As per Census 2011, Khatigaon village has a total population of 75 people, consisting of 35 males and 40 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatigaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 9 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Khatigaon
Khatigaon 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 Khatigaon
Khatigaon 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 Bageshwar to Khatigaon is about 37 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 Khatigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatigaon 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 Khatigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khatigaon
Where is Khatigaon located?
Khatigaon village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatigaon is Pothan.
What is the pincode of Khatigaon?
The pincode of Khatigaon is 263634.
What is the population of Khatigaon?
Khatigaon has a total population of 75, including 35 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Khatigaon?
There are 15 households in Khatigaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khatigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatigaon is 61.33%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 50.00%.