Khet Khera - Poornagiri, Champawat
Khet Khera is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Thuwal Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khet Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khet Khera is 054435. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.95 hectares and falls under the 262309 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khet Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khet Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Khet Khera village had a total population of 200 people, including 109 males and 91 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.92%, with male literacy at 97.92% and female literacy at 62.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 200 | 109 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 94 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 15 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Khet Khera
Khet Khera 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 Khet Khera
Khet Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khet Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanakpur to Khet Khera is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Khet Khera is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khet Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khet Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khet Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khet Khera 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khet Khera
Where is Khet Khera located?
Khet Khera village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khet Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khet Khera is Thuwal Khera.
What is the pincode of Khet Khera?
The pincode of Khet Khera is 262309.
What is the population of Khet Khera?
Khet Khera had a total population of 200, including 109 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Khet Khera?
Khet Khera had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khet Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khet Khera was 81.92%. Male literacy was 97.92% and female literacy was 62.96%.