Gheti - Garud, Bageshwar
Gheti is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Gheti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gheti is 051306. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.55 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gheti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gheti
According to the 2011 Census, Gheti village had a total population of 736 people, including 338 males and 398 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.07%, with male literacy at 92.61% and female literacy at 75.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 344.
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 | 736 | 338 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 158 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 263 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 75 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Gheti
Gheti 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 Gheti
Gheti 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Gheti is about 32 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 Gheti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gheti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gheti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gheti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gheti
Where is Gheti located?
Gheti village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gheti?
Gheti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gheti?
The pincode of Gheti is 263635.
What is the population of Gheti?
Gheti had a total population of 736, including 338 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Gheti?
Gheti had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gheti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gheti was 83.07%. Male literacy was 92.61% and female literacy was 75.42%.