Lohar Khet - Kanda, Bageshwar
Lohar Khet 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 27 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Panchoura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lohar Khet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohar Khet is 050730. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.9 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Lohar Khet 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 Lohar Khet
According to the 2011 Census, Lohar Khet village had a total population of 105 people, including 59 males and 46 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 780 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.44%, with male literacy at 73.08% and female literacy at 52.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 105 | 59 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 38 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 21 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Lohar Khet
Lohar Khet 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 Lohar Khet
Lohar Khet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Lohar Khet is about 27 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 Lohar Khet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohar Khet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lohar Khet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lohar Khet 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lohar Khet
Where is Lohar Khet located?
Lohar Khet village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lohar Khet?
The Gram Panchayat of Lohar Khet is Panchoura.
What is the pincode of Lohar Khet?
The pincode of Lohar Khet is 263631.
What is the population of Lohar Khet?
Lohar Khet had a total population of 105, including 59 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Lohar Khet?
Lohar Khet had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lohar Khet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohar Khet was 64.44%. Male literacy was 73.08% and female literacy was 52.63%.