Loharkhet - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Loharkhet is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Suding serves as the Gram Panchayat for Loharkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loharkhet is 050527. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.92 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Loharkhet 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 Loharkhet
As per Census 2011, Loharkhet village has a total population of 13 people, consisting of 6 males and 7 females. The village has 2 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 3 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Loharkhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Loharkhet
Loharkhet 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 Loharkhet
Public transport in the Loharkhet 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 Loharkhet is about 40 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 Loharkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loharkhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Loharkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loharkhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Loharkhet
Where is Loharkhet located?
Loharkhet village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loharkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Loharkhet is Suding.
What is the pincode of Loharkhet?
The pincode of Loharkhet is 263679.
What is the population of Loharkhet?
Loharkhet has a total population of 13, including 6 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Loharkhet?
There are 2 households in Loharkhet.
What is the literacy rate in Loharkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loharkhet is 76.92%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 71.43%.