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.

Garkhet has its own place in the vibrant Bageshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Garkhet

Below is a concise population overview of Garkhet as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garkhet village:

  • The total population of Garkhet village is around 454, including approximately 202 males and 252 females, with a sex ratio of 1247 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Garkhet village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Garkhet village has 280 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Garkhet village is about 65.20%, with male literacy at 74.75% and female literacy at 57.54%.
  • There are around 94 households in Garkhet village.

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.

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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%.