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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Khatigaon village had a total population of 75 people, including 35 males and 40 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.65%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 75, including 35 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Khatigaon?
Khatigaon had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatigaon was 67.65%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 55.56%.