Ghatet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Ghatet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chaukhuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghatet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatet is 049782. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.92 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Ghatet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghatet
According to the 2011 Census, Ghatet village had a total population of 132 people, including 62 males and 70 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.19%, with male literacy at 96.15% and female literacy at 83.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 132 | 62 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 12 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatet
Ghatet 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 Ghatet
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ghatet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Ghatet is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Ghatet is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatet 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 Ghatet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatet 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 Ghatet
Where is Ghatet located?
Ghatet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ghatet?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatet is Chaukhuna.
What is the pincode of Ghatet?
The pincode of Ghatet is 262534.
What is the population of Ghatet?
Ghatet had a total population of 132, including 62 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Ghatet?
Ghatet had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatet was 89.19%. Male literacy was 96.15% and female literacy was 83.05%.