Pethi - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Pethi is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Paithi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pethi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pethi is 050571. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.57 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Pethi 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 Pethi
According to the 2011 Census, Pethi village had a total population of 353 people, including 152 males and 201 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,322 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.29%, with male literacy at 92.48% and female literacy at 67.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 353 | 152 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 19 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 29 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Pethi
Pethi 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 Pethi
Pethi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Pethi is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pethi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pethi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pethi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pethi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pethi
Where is Pethi located?
Pethi village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pethi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pethi is Paithi.
What is the pincode of Pethi?
The pincode of Pethi is 263632.
What is the population of Pethi?
Pethi had a total population of 353, including 152 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Pethi?
Pethi had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pethi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pethi was 78.29%. Male literacy was 92.48% and female literacy was 67.25%.