Garkhet
Garkhet is a village located in Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Garud (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Garkhet village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garkhet unique in its vibrant Garud-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Garkhet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Garkhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garkhet is 051359. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263641. Bageshwar is nearest town to Garkhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Garkhet
Population of Garkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Garkhet has a total population of about 454, with approximately 202 males and 252 females. The sex ratio is around 1247 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 280 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.20%, with male literacy at about 74.75% and female literacy near 57.54%. There are around 94 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garkhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 454 | 202 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 132 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 296 | 151 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 51 | 107 |
Connectivity of Garkhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garkhet. As per the 2011 stats, Garkhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garkhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Garkhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garkhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garkhet
- Where is Garkhet located?
- Garkhet village is situated in Garud Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garkhet?
- Garkhet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Garkhet?
- The pincode of Garkhet is 263641, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkhet is 454, with 202 males and 252 females.
- How many households are there in Garkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garkhet village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkhet is 65.20%. The male literacy rate is 74.75%, while the female literacy rate is 57.54%.