Khadgera - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Khadgera is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Ranthal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadgera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadgera is 050632. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.12 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khadgera 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 Khadgera
According to the 2011 Census, Khadgera village had a total population of 199 people, including 93 males and 106 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.24%, with male literacy at 95.35% and female literacy at 72.04%.
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 | 199 | 93 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 82 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 11 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Khadgera
Khadgera 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 Khadgera
Khadgera 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 Khadgera 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 Khadgera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadgera 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khadgera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadgera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khadgera
Where is Khadgera located?
Khadgera village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khadgera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadgera is Ranthal.
What is the pincode of Khadgera?
The pincode of Khadgera is 263632.
What is the population of Khadgera?
Khadgera had a total population of 199, including 93 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Khadgera?
Khadgera had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadgera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadgera was 83.24%. Male literacy was 95.35% and female literacy was 72.04%.