Hawlet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Hawlet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sani Khet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hawlet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hawlet is 049674. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.67 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Hawlet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Hawlet
As per Census 2011, Hawlet village has a total population of 36 people, consisting of 19 males and 17 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 5 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hawlet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Hawlet
Hawlet 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 Hawlet
Public transport in the Hawlet is mainly available through shared van 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 Didihat to Hawlet is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Hawlet is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hawlet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hawlet 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 Hawlet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hawlet 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hawlet
Where is Hawlet located?
Hawlet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hawlet?
The Gram Panchayat of Hawlet is Sani Khet.
What is the pincode of Hawlet?
The pincode of Hawlet is 262531.
What is the population of Hawlet?
Hawlet has a total population of 36, including 19 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Hawlet?
There are 10 households in Hawlet.
What is the literacy rate in Hawlet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hawlet is 86.11%. Male literacy is 89.47% and female literacy is 82.35%.