Dikhet - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Dikhet is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Lansdowne and around 92 km from Pauri. Dekhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dikhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dikhet is 047278. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.84 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dikhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dikhet
As per Census 2011, Dikhet village has a total population of 149 people, consisting of 63 males and 86 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,365 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dikhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 63 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 8 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Dikhet
Dikhet 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 Dikhet
Public transport in the Dikhet is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Dikhet is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Dikhet is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dikhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dikhet 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dikhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dikhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dikhet
Where is Dikhet located?
Dikhet village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dikhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Dikhet is Dekhet.
What is the pincode of Dikhet?
The pincode of Dikhet is 246149.
What is the population of Dikhet?
Dikhet has a total population of 149, including 63 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Dikhet?
There are 60 households in Dikhet.
What is the literacy rate in Dikhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dikhet is 72.48%. Male literacy is 87.30% and female literacy is 61.63%.