Dikhet

Dikhet is a village located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Dekhet is the gram panchayat of Dikhet village.

Here you can discover what makes Dikhet unique in its vibrant Lansdowne-Garhwal region. You’ll see Dikhet’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dikhet

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dikhet is 047278. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246144. Lansdowne is nearest town to Dikhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dikhet village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dikhet

According to the 2011 Census, Dikhet has a total population of about 149, with approximately 63 males and 86 females. The sex ratio is around 1365 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 15 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.48%, with male literacy at about 87.30% and female literacy near 61.63%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dikhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 149 63 86
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 15 7 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 16 7 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 108 55 53
Illiterate Population 41 8 33

Connectivity of Dikhet

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dikhet. As per the 2011 stats, Dikhet had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dikhet

Knowing the nearby villages of Dikhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dikhet.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dikhet

Where is Dikhet located?

Dikhet village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Dikhet?

The Gram Panchayat of Dikhet is Dekhet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Dikhet?

The pincode of Dikhet is 246144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Dikhet as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dikhet is 149, with 63 males and 86 females.

How many households are there in Dikhet as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Dikhet village has a total of 60 households.

What is the literacy rate in Dikhet as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dikhet is 72.48%. The male literacy rate is 87.30%, while the female literacy rate is 61.63%.