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 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 Loharkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Loharkhet village had a total population of 13 people, including 6 males and 7 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 13, including 6 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Loharkhet?
Loharkhet had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loharkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loharkhet was 90.91%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.