Golikhet - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Golikhet is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Lansdowne and around 110 km from Pauri. Bansee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golikhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golikhet is 047483. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.68 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Golikhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golikhet
As per Census 2011, Golikhet village has a total population of 35 people, consisting of 16 males and 19 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,187 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 11 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Golikhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Literate Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Golikhet
Golikhet 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 Golikhet
Public transport in the Golikhet is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Golikhet is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Golikhet is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golikhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golikhet 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 Golikhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golikhet 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 Golikhet
Where is Golikhet located?
Golikhet village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Golikhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Golikhet is Bansee.
What is the pincode of Golikhet?
The pincode of Golikhet is 246155.
What is the population of Golikhet?
Golikhet has a total population of 35, including 16 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Golikhet?
There are 8 households in Golikhet.
What is the literacy rate in Golikhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golikhet is 68.57%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 73.68%.