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 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 Pethi
As per Census 2011, Pethi village has a total population of 353 people, consisting of 152 males and 201 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,322 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pethi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 152 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 19 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| 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 has a total population of 353, including 152 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Pethi?
There are 72 households in Pethi.
What is the literacy rate in Pethi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pethi is 67.42%. Male literacy is 80.92% and female literacy is 57.21%.