Garikhet - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Garikhet is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Bageshwar and around 18 km from Bageshwar. Binsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garikhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garikhet is 051190. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.19 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Garikhet 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 Garikhet
According to the 2011 Census, Garikhet village had a total population of 135 people, including 66 males and 69 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.43%, with male literacy at 94.83% and female literacy at 84.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 11 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Garikhet
Garikhet 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 Garikhet
Garikhet 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 Garikhet is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garikhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garikhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garikhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garikhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garikhet
Where is Garikhet located?
Garikhet village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garikhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Garikhet is Binsar.
What is the pincode of Garikhet?
The pincode of Garikhet is 263628.
What is the population of Garikhet?
Garikhet had a total population of 135, including 66 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Garikhet?
Garikhet had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garikhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garikhet was 89.43%. Male literacy was 94.83% and female literacy was 84.62%.