Teekh - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Teekh is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Teekh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teekh is 050522. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.01 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Teekh 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 Teekh
As per Census 2011, Teekh village has a total population of 293 people, consisting of 144 males and 149 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Teekh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 293 | 144 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 112 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 32 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Teekh
Teekh 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 Teekh
Teekh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Teekh is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teekh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teekh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Teekh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teekh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Teekh
Where is Teekh located?
Teekh village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Teekh?
Teekh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Teekh?
The pincode of Teekh is 263632.
What is the population of Teekh?
Teekh has a total population of 293, including 144 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Teekh?
There are 54 households in Teekh.
What is the literacy rate in Teekh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teekh is 72.35%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 67.11%.