Gairkhet
Gairkhet is a village located in Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kapkot (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Gairkhet village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gairkhet unique in its vibrant Kapkot-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Gairkhet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gairkhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gairkhet is 050619. The village spans a total geographical area of 250.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263642. Bageshwar is nearest town to Gairkhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Gairkhet
Population of Gairkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Gairkhet has a total population of about 546, with approximately 262 males and 284 females. The sex ratio is around 1083 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 56 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.41%, with male literacy at about 81.68% and female literacy near 58.10%. There are around 120 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gairkhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 546 | 262 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 379 | 214 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 48 | 119 |
Connectivity of Gairkhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gairkhet. As per the 2011 stats, Gairkhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gairkhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Gairkhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gairkhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gairkhet
- Where is Gairkhet located?
- Gairkhet village is situated in Kapkot Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gairkhet?
- Gairkhet serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gairkhet?
- The pincode of Gairkhet is 263642, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gairkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gairkhet is 546, with 262 males and 284 females.
- How many households are there in Gairkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gairkhet village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gairkhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gairkhet is 69.41%. The male literacy rate is 81.68%, while the female literacy rate is 58.10%.