Gairkhet - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Gairkhet is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Gairkhet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gairkhet is 050619. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.34 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gairkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gairkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Gairkhet village had a total population of 546 people, including 262 males and 284 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.79%, with male literacy at 95.11% and female literacy at 66.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 546 | 262 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 214 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 48 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Gairkhet
Gairkhet 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 Gairkhet
Gairkhet 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 Gairkhet is about 15 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 Gairkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gairkhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gairkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gairkhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gairkhet
Where is Gairkhet located?
Gairkhet village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gairkhet?
Gairkhet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gairkhet?
The pincode of Gairkhet is 263642.
What is the population of Gairkhet?
Gairkhet had a total population of 546, including 262 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Gairkhet?
Gairkhet had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gairkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gairkhet was 79.79%. Male literacy was 95.11% and female literacy was 66.00%.