Bakhet - Kanda, Bageshwar
Bakhet is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Kandeykanyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakhet is 050716. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.8 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bakhet 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakhet
According to the 2011 Census, Bakhet village had a total population of 35 people, including 34 males and 1 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 29 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.29%, with male literacy at 76.47%.
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 | 35 | 34 | 1 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 8 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Bakhet
Bakhet 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 Bakhet
Bakhet 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 Bakhet 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 Bakhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bakhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bakhet
Where is Bakhet located?
Bakhet village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bakhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakhet is Kandeykanyal.
What is the pincode of Bakhet?
The pincode of Bakhet is 263619.
What is the population of Bakhet?
Bakhet had a total population of 35, including 34 males and 1 females.
How many households are there in Bakhet?
Bakhet had 6 households.